Wetlands are an important part of the Earth’s natural water management system.
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Crocs’ Climate Clock: Ancient Distribution of Crocodilians Could Reveal More About past Climates
Underneath their tough exteriors, some crocodilians have a sensitive side that scientists could use to shine light on our ancient climate, according to new findings published in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology.
New Evidence Shows Rapid Response in the West Greenland Landscape to Arctic Climate Shifts
New evidence shows that Arctic ecosystems undergo rapid, strong and pervasive environmental changes in response to climate shifts, even those of moderate magnitude, according to an international research team led by the University of Maine.
Marine Life Recovery Following the Dinosaurs’ Extinction
A new study shows how marine life around Antarctica returned after the extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs.
OSU Researchers Lay out Plan for Managing Rivers to Be Resilient to Climate Change
New strategies for river management are needed to maintain water supplies and avoid big crashes in populations of aquatic life, researchers argue in a perspective piece published today in Nature.
Electrons Take Alternative Route to Prevent Plant Stress
Plants are susceptible to stress, and with the global impact of climate change and humanity’s growing demand for food, it’s crucial to understand what causes plant stress and stress tolerance.