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Host of invasive species to thrive with warming climate

Friday, April 2, 2010

Cheatgrass, salt cedar, and pine bark beetles are among a slew of invasive species predicted to dominate in a warming, carbon dioxide-rich world, according to a report (PDF) from the National Wildlife Federation (NWF). "Some of the harshest and most unpleasant species will benefit from climate change," said Doug Inkley, a senior scientist at NWF. Deer ticks, mosquitoes, and poison ivy also made the list.

 

Issue Topic: 
Pests and Disease

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