Mediterranean, semi-arid ecosystems prove resistant to climate change
Monday, October 20, 2014 - 11:00
in Earth & Climate
Climate change predictions for the Middle East, like other arid regions of the world, are alarming. In an area known for its water scarcity, rainfall is expected to decrease even further in the near future, spelling disaster for the functioning of unique ecosystems—hotspots of biodiversity and rich genetic fodder for essential crops.