Explanation

Ecotones:

Ecotones are transitional areas between different ecosystems or biomes, where there's a change in species composition and abundance. 

Beta Diversity:

Beta diversity measures the difference in species composition between different habitats or communities, which is precisely what happens at an ecotone. 

Alpha Diversity:

Alpha diversity refers to the diversity within a single habitat or community. 

Gamma Diversity:

Gamma diversity refers to the total diversity across a region or landscape.