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"Human-driven climate change threatens many species, including birds. Most
studies on this topic focus on long-term climate trends, such as gradual rises
in average temperatures or shifts in rainfall patterns. But extreme weather
events are becoming more common and intense, so they warrant further attention.
Our new research shows extreme heat is having a particularly severe effect on
tropical birds. We found increased exposure to extreme heat has reduced bird
populations in tropical regions by 25–38% since 1950.
This is not just a temporary dip – it’s a long-term, cumulative effect that
continues to build as the planet warms.
Our research helps explain why bird numbers are falling even in wild places
relatively untouched by humans, such as some very remote protected tropical
forests. It underscores the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, to
conserve the remaining biodiversity."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
