alpine tundra
Americannoun
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"We anticipate an increase in respiration across the whole Arctic and alpine tundra, but more in situ data, particularly on the local soil conditions, is key to addressing the outstanding uncertainties and refining our predictions."
From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024
Forest Service has ordered a halt to the expansion of a Rocky Mountains ski resort after contractors mistakenly demolished protected alpine tundra to create a temporary road.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 29, 2022
During the last ice age, glaciers came close to Hocking Hills, leaving behind species, such as eastern hemlock and Canada yew, more often seen on the alpine tundra.
From Washington Post • Jul. 22, 2021
They counted double or triple the number of usual hikers on the trail, hundreds scouring sensitive alpine tundra.
From Washington Times • Jan. 9, 2021
He worries about the impact on the delicate alpine tundra and to human health should skiers fall into the treated sewer-water snow and ingest it.
From New York Times • Sep. 27, 2012
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