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Briefing: Global maps show alien plant invasion hotspots shifting poleward
Strategic angle: An international research team has created high-resolution global maps of invasion risk for alien plant species, revealing significant shifts due to climate change.
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Updated 15 days ago
The University of Vienna has led an international team to create the first high-resolution global maps assessing the invasion risk of alien plant species.
These maps evaluate both current conditions and potential future scenarios influenced by climate change and land use.
The findings highlight significant shifts in invasion hotspots, which could impact ecological systems and biodiversity.