Biogeography
Biogeography is the study of the geographical distribution of plants and animals.
Acorn Woodpeckers in Northern California
Acorn woodpeckers can be found in a range of habitats in Northern California where oak trees are present.
Mapping the World’s Tidal Marshes
The first global map of tidal marsh locations was developed using satellite-based imagery.
Fog Sipping Coastal Redwoods
The tallest trees in the world, the coastal redwood trees of Northern California, have a remarkable ability to use fog as a source of moisture.
Timing Mismatch is Resulting in Fewer Birds
A study has found that shifts in the timing of spring seasons, linked to climate change, are impacting bird breeding patterns and leading to less offspring.
Wildfires in Canada
Canada's boreal forests are facing a strong start to the 2023 wildfire season in Alberta and British Columbia.
Boreal Forests of North America are Shrinking
Boreal forests in North America are defying predictions of northward expansion in response to climate change.
2023 Wildfires in the Western United States
So far in early August of 2023, the wildfire season in the western United States has not been as intense as prior years when a years-long drought was raging.
Florida’s Burmese Python Invasion
The introduction of the Burmese Python into Florida has resulted in the decline of many native mammals in the Florida Everglades.
Zombie Forests in the Sierra Nevada
Climate change is creating a vegetation climate mismatch in the conifer forests of California's Sierra Nevada.
Chaparral in California
Chaparral ecosystems in California are characterized by dense shrubs and rocky terrains and span from maritime zones to mountain slopes.
Geography of Vultures in the United States
The United States is home to three species of vultures: turkey vulture, black vulture, and the California condor.
These Butterflies Have the Longest Known Migration Route
Each fall, Painted Lady butterflies (Vanessa cardui) migrate from Europe to subtropical Africa. Individuals can travel as far as 4,000 kilometers.
Wildlife Conservation in the Face of Climate Change: The Importance of Protected Areas
Protected areas are important for providing refuge to amphibians and reptiles impacted by climate change.
Geography of Superblooms in the United States
California's wet winter rains help drive the simultaneous blooming of a large number of wildflowers in the state's desert regions.
Geography of Bees
Bees, crucial pollinators, inhabit every continent except Antarctica. With over 20,000 species, they face threats from climate change and habitat loss.
Using Ancient DNA to Reconstruct Past Ecosystems
Two-million-year-old DNA from Greenland's permafrost reveals a rich ancient ecosystem, including mastodons, showing past climate impacts and adaptation.
History of Artificial Coral Reefs
Researchers have found success in using submerged ships and other artificial structures to help build coral reefs.
Geography of Coral Reefs
Learn about how coral reefs are formed, their growth, distribution, and the looming threats they face from environmental changes.
Mapping Bee Populations: Understanding Distribution and Conservation
Scientists use spatial science to monitor bee populations and address declines caused by insecticides, habitat loss, and climate change.
How Reintroducing Wolves Changed Yellowstone National Park
Scientists have documented the trophic cascade effect of reintroducing wolves to Yellowstone National Park.
Mapping Small Bird Migrations
Our understanding of bird migrations is changing as a result of tracking devices on birds, especially for small bird species.
Tallgrass Prairie
The American Tallgrass prairie was once one of the largest and most diverse continuous ecosystems on the planet.
Biogeography Definitions
Here are some common terms in biogeography, a field of geography that studies the distribution of species.
Where are Wild Turkeys in California From?
The wild turkeys that roam California were originally introduced from Texas.
Synanthropes at a Horse Stable in Northern California
Synanthropes are wild animals that benefits from living near humans.
Canada Geese Migrate Less from Urban Areas
With the expansion of urbanization, more Canada geese are becoming year round residents instead of migratory.