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environment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Wolves Make a Comeback in Colorado: A Predator's Return Sparks Controversy"

Wildlife officials in Colorado have released five gray wolves onto public land as part of a program to restore a permanent population of the predators to the state. This comes after a 2020 referendum in which Colorado residents voted to reintroduce wolves. The release has sparked tensions between ranchers and conservationists, with ranchers concerned about the threat to livestock and conservationists highlighting the potential ecological benefits. The presence of apex predators like wolves can help restore balance in ecosystems by controlling prey populations. While some ranchers are resigned to the return of wolves, others are prepared to kill them if they attack livestock.

via The New York Times|

#colorado #ecosystem-balance #environment

environment2 years ago•5 min saved

The Changing Colors of Earth's Oceans: A Climate Change Impact

The color of more than half of the world's oceans is changing rapidly due to climate change, according to a study analyzing two decades of satellite observations. The changes in color are primarily caused by shifts in phytoplankton populations, which are highly sensitive to climate change. Rising temperatures, disrupted ocean currents, and changes in acidity are affecting the abundance and distribution of phytoplankton, leading to alterations in the ocean's color. These changes have significant implications for marine ecosystems and food chains. While the changes may not be immediately visible to the naked eye, they serve as a warning sign of the urgent need to address climate change.

via The Washington Post|

#climate-change #ecosystem-balance #environment