Swamps are often viewed through the lens of recreation, but their real value lies in the services they provide every ...

Perspectives on nature's services / John Peterson Myers, Joshua S. Reichert -- Introduction: What are ecosystem services? / Gretchen C. Daily -- Ecosystem services: a fragmentary history / Harold A.

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Of original wetland habitat have been submerged in Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. Urban development, agricultural practices, and infrastructure can harm biodiversity by breaking up natural ...

A novel paper is widening understanding of how species interact within ecosystems via the so-called 'Internet of Nature.' The paper reveals that species not only exchange matter and energy but also ...

The increased popularity of natural climate solutions (NCS), which aim to protect and restore natural ecosystems to address climate change, has resulted in misunderstandings and confusion around what ...

During Australia's unprecedented heat wave in late January, air temperatures reached 50°C in inland South Australia.

Losing critical ecosystems will severely impact the economy through reduced food and energy security; damages to assets such as real estate, croplands and infrastructure; and health risks that impair ...

ST. GEORGE, Utah (KUTV) — Repairs on a fish barrier aimed at protecting the natural ecosystem of the Virgin River was completed after about weeks of work and a $900,000 investment. The project was ...

LAKETOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Volunteers are working to clear a state park of its invasive species. More invasive species: New study reveals golden oyster mushrooms threatening Michigan's forests Led by ...