ecosystems

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Guillermo Deferrari, of Ushuaia's scientific research center, downplayed the landfill theory, explaining that the colilargo is herbivore and lives off seeds and fruit found in forested ecosystems, not in dumps, where the common rat feeds.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

They are vital biodiversity hotspots and provide important services such as supporting tourism and helping cycle nutrients in ocean ecosystems.

From Science Daily • May 8, 2026

Mr. Schaller upended the dogma by observing animals in their own habitats, arriving at the critical awareness that to maintain a healthy planet we must manage whole ecosystems, not individual species.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

“By protecting public lands, restoring ecosystems, and enforcing environmental standards, we will safeguard air, water and biodiversity for future generations,” he wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Fortunately, today’s scientists, historians, and art collectors have rediscovered and acknowledged her work for what it is: amazingly beautiful, accurate portrayals of insect metamorphoses and ecosystems.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman