Earth and Planetary Sciences
2 years ago

Alpine treeline shifting upwards due to global warming threatens ecosystems.

Journal of Resources and Ecology
Dynamics of the Alpine Treeline Ecotone under Global Warming: A Review
Dandan Xu, Deshuai An, Jianqin Zhu

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The article reviews how the alpine treeline, where trees stop growing at high elevations, is changing due to global warming. The treeline is important for ecosystems and is a key indicator of climate change effects on vegetation. The review covers the functions of the treeline, methods to study it, shifts in different climates, and factors causing it to move higher up mountains.