climate change

Warmer climate threatens the occurrence of giant trees in the Amazon basin

Giant trees in the Amazon serve as critical carbon sinks and underpin diverse forest ecosystems. Yet, these emergent giants are increasingly vulnerable to climatic change, jeopardizing their distribution and ecological niches. Here, we integrate …

Warmer climate threatens the occurrence of giant trees in the Amazon basin

Giant trees in the Amazon play crucial ecological roles by acting as substantial carbon sinks and supporting diverse forest ecosystems. However, these emergent trees are increasingly vulnerable to climatic changes, and recent research suggests that …