Climate change drives spider diversity in Iberian oak forests.
The study looked at spider communities in Iberian oak forests to understand how climate and habitat affect species richness and endemicity. They found that spider communities in different regions were influenced by temperature, precipitation, and forest type. Warmer temperatures increased endemic species, while more rainfall decreased them. The frequency of spider ballooning also affected endemicity. This shows that where spiders live and how they move around play a big role in shaping their communities.