The study of keystone herbivores uncovers their indispensable role in maintaining ecosystem structure and function. In the context of Argentine ecosystems, ...
In a study tracking climate-induced changes in the distribution of animals and their effects on ecosystem functions, North Carolina State University researchers show that resident species can continue ...
Many alpine ecosystems are undergoing vegetation degradation because of global change, which is affecting ecosystem functioning and biodiversity. The ecological consequences of alpine pioneer ...
What can fossil records teach scientists about ancient ecosystems and marine environments? This is what a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences hopes to address ...
Algae is a ubiquitous feature in waterways throughout the globe, including western North America. Slippery, green epilithic algae is a familiar sight on river rocks. Toxic blue-green ...
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If you liked this story, share it with other people. The combined effects of humanity’s actions are making ecosystems less resistant to change, and threatening the vital ecosystem services humanity ...