Recent research from MIT has unveiled the critical connection between biodiversity and the regrowth of tropical forests, which play a key role in carbon absorption and climate change mitigation. The study emphasizes that the loss of seed-dispersing animals, such as birds and monkeys, significantly impairs the ability of these forests to regenerate naturally. With the analysis of extensive data, researchers discovered that areas with healthy populations of these animals can absorb up to four times more carbon compared to those where animal presence is low.
Furthermore, the study found that human activities, including hunting and habitat destruction, negatively affect animal movement and seed dispersal, consequently reducing the potential for forest regrowth. The implications of these findings are profound, suggesting that protecting animal habitats and reintroducing lost species could enhance natural regrowth processes. As a practical outcome, understanding the dynamics of seed dispersal could help shape more effective reforestation strategies, ultimately leading to healthier and more resilient forests in the face of climate change.
👉 Pročitaj original: MIT Technology Review
