ecosystems

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Sea otters are a keystone species in kelp forest ecosystems, eating sea urchins that would otherwise consume the kelp, according to the aquarium.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

While it is about a third lower than record losses in 2024, scientists warn that tropical forests - among the Earth's most important ecosystems - are still disappearing much faster than a decade ago.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

These fish are important in river ecosystems and commercially.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

As demand rises, it remains unclear whether all producers, landowners, and agave ecosystems can scale up without causing long term harm.

From Science Daily • Apr. 26, 2026

In a larger sense, it means that the aids virus is a natural survivor of changes in ecosystems.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston