Spotted skunk evolution driven by climate change, suggest researchers
Wednesday, May 3, 2017 - 13:51
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Climate plays a key role in determining what animals can live where. And while human-induced climate change has been causing major problems for wildlife as of late, changes in the Earth's climate have impacted evolution for millions of years -- offering tantalizing clues into how to protect animals facing climate change today. In a new paper, scientists have delved into the effects of Ice Age climate change upon the evolution of tiny, hand-standing skunks.