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In this article, scientists explore the different ecosystem services provided by prairie potholes such as soil nutrients, absorbing carbon, and…
In this article, scientists explore the different ecosystem services provided by prairie potholes such as soil nutrients, absorbing carbon, and reducing soil erosion.
Globalization causes many things to happen. For the scientists in this study, globalization has increased the spread of invasive species.…
Globalization causes many things to happen. For the scientists in this study, globalization has increased the spread of invasive species. If scientists can predict the spread of invasive species, the...
Most rivers in the United States are now regulated. A regulated river is one whose flow is controlled by dams.…
Most rivers in the United States are now regulated. A regulated river is one whose flow is controlled by dams. The regulation of rivers, however, alters the relationship between rivers...
This article looks at how long-term weather patterns affect Carolina Bay Wetlands.
What Goes Around Comes Around: How Long-Term Weather Patterns Affect Plants in Carolina Bay Wetlands
This article looks at how long-term weather patterns affect Carolina Bay Wetlands.
Trees that are dead but still standing are called snags. Even though snags are dead, they are still are important…
Trees that are dead but still standing are called snags. Even though snags are dead, they are still are important parts of the forest. Snags provide benefits to the environment,...
In this FACTivity, you will research black-backed woodpeckers and learn about what they eat and where they prefer to build…
In this FACTivity, you will research black-backed woodpeckers and learn about what they eat and where they prefer to build nests. Then you will pretend to be a black-backed woodpecker...
After an area has been changed by human or natural disturbances, forest managers often engage in restoration activities. In the…
After an area has been changed by human or natural disturbances, forest managers often engage in restoration activities. In the Bosque, fire is both a human and a natural disturbance....
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What are the key characteristics of arthropods? You will create your…
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What are the key characteristics of arthropods? You will create your own aPod based on the characteristics of arthropods and describe...
The scientists in this study were interested in learning more about trust. They believed that forest managers can do a…
The scientists in this study were interested in learning more about trust. They believed that forest managers can do a better job if people trust them to do what is...
Longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) once could be found from southeastern Virginia to eastern Texas. Longleaf pines are not usually killed…
Longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) once could be found from southeastern Virginia to eastern Texas. Longleaf pines are not usually killed by fire. Because these pines need open spaces to survive,...