ecosystems
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The discovery suggests that small populations of crown-of-thorns starfish may play an important role in maintaining the balance of coral reef ecosystems.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
He has spent decades advocating for the reincorporation of native plants into our built ecosystems for the benefit of animals, insects and humans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026
Another major oil slick washed up on the shores of Iran's Qeshm Island in August, which experts said threatened wildlife, protected ecosystems and fishing communities.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026
The overexploitation of parrotfish and other groupers threatens 63 percent of coral reef ecosystems.
From Barron's ● Oct. 22, 2026
In their home ecosystems these species have, like all living things, a full complement of parasites, microbes, viruses, and insect predators to shorten and immiserate their lives.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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