The American West has seen a recent increase in large wildfires due to droughts, the build-up of combustible fuel, or biomass, in forests, a spread of fire-prone species and increased tree mortality from insects and heat.
Environment
Feb 14, 2012
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A new study from the Department of Environment and Conservation suggests long-term modern fire regimes could pose a threat to WA mistletoes (Loranthaceae sp).
Environment
Dec 19, 2011
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A new Biological Reviews article considers how fire histories affect animals' movement and shape the distribution of species.
Environment
Dec 19, 2018
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Murdoch University researchers will be placing GPS tracking devices on six emus to track their movements and habits in jarrah forest at Avon National Park.
Ecology
Mar 26, 2013
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A 23-year study of dry sclerophyll forests in south-eastern NSW has thrown new light on the role of fire in the landscape.
Environment
Jan 25, 2012
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