Chris Merkord Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Christopher G. Murray, Andrew J. Hamilton By 2080, coastal wetlands may occupy 70 per cent less of the planet than they do today. Sea-level rise, triggered by climate change, will account for around one-third of the decline. The impact of this loss on waterbirds, the most recognisable group of wetland fauna, is unknown. But, we believe that certain wetlands – particularly waste treatment ponds – are important for many waterfowl species. View the full article from CSIRO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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