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Are you aware of the research which suggests that much of what we consider wetlands today may only exist because of prior deforestation in those areas? And that
by southern_cross 8y ago
Are you aware of the research which suggests that much of what we consider wetlands today may only exist because of prior deforestation in those areas? And that reforestation may naturally then lead to these wetlands shrinking dramatically in size?
- specialist 8y agoI hadn't. If you have links handy, I'd be much obliged.
- southern_cross 8y agoWhat I saw was from years ago, but here's an example of what a quick Google search turns up about it: http://www.lakescientist.com/research-summary-effect-deforestation-global-wetland-hydrology/ http://www.lakescientist.com/research-summary-effect-defores...