Dirt mounds made by termites in Africa, South America, Asia could prevent spread of deserts

Dirt mounds made by termites in Africa, South America, Asia could prevent spread of deserts
Washington DC (SPX) Feb 06, 2015 - Termites might not top the list of humanity's favorite insects, but new research suggests that their large dirt mounds are crucial to stopping deserts from spreading into semi-arid ecosystems. The results indicate that termite mounds could make these areas more resilient to climate change. The findings could also inspire a change in how scientists determine the possible effects of climate ... more

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