"New Insights into Earth's End-Triassic Mass Extinction Uncovered"
Scientists from USC Dornsife have uncovered new insights into the devastating end-Triassic mass extinction, revealing the drastic impact of rising greenhouse gases and escalating temperatures on marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Their findings, published in Proceedings of Royal Society B, show that while both realms suffered greatly, land-based ecosystems were hit harder, with 96% of terrestrial genera going extinct. The study's ecospace framework offers a fresh perspective on ancient life and carries significant implications for understanding and addressing today's environmental challenges, particularly in the context of rapid climate change and loss of biodiversity.