Sentences with phrase «rich habitats in»

Scientists concluded that the change they found in the Alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) protein could be the adaptation that allowed D. melanogaster to colonize ethanol - rich habitats in rotting fruit better than its nearly identical relative, Drosophila simulans.

A once - rich habitat in the Antarctic has become an impoverished zone as icebergs, increasingly breaking free from the surrounding sea ice because of global warming, scour the shallow - water rocks and boulders on which a diversity of creatures cling to life.

Not exact matches

The removal of acres of rainforest threatens the rich biodiversity in these finely balanced ecosystems, along with the habitat of species such as the orangutan.

That's because these waters provide a variety of habitats and are rich in nutrients.

While oxygen is believed to have first accumulated in Earth's atmosphere around 2.45 billion years ago, new research shows that oceans contained plentiful oxygen long before that time, providing energy - rich habitat for early life.

The battle is over a comparably ancient and cherished habitat: old - growth stands in the managed forest, particularly those rich in spruce.

One has to keep in mind that this normally does not harm the rich populations — in contrast to the loss of habitat through destruction of the forest.

It may also favour rival plants that thrive in nitrogen - rich soils, allowing them to invade these fragile habitats.

Moths are a species - rich group of insects that occur in different habitats.

Blue carbon markets, in which countries or corporations could offset CO2 emissions by buying carbon credits from projects that create or protect carbon - rich habitat, could become viable in two to three years, says John Bruno, a marine ecologist at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill.

In habitats rich in different species, pests don't become resistant to chemical control agents as quicklIn habitats rich in different species, pests don't become resistant to chemical control agents as quicklin different species, pests don't become resistant to chemical control agents as quickly.

Scientists at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Leipzig have come across another effect, which has thus far been unknown: in species - rich habitats, pests don't become resistant to chemical control measures so quickly, according to their publication in the scientific journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B.

Preserving biodiversity in rich habitats is good.

After convening a commission of experts from various disciplines to report on the state of U.S. oceans, his administration took steps to protect 215 million acres of biologically rich deep sea ocean habitat in the Pacific near Hawaii and Guam.

During his time conducting the studies in Washington, Tonra watched reservoir beds that looked like moonscapes return to vibrant, rich habitat and cascades emerge where none had been, at least for the last century.

As a result, the species was listed as threatened under the U.S. Endangered Species Act in 2006 to help protect and conserve these species that form the foundation of the biologically rich coral reef habitats.

The protection of this unique habitat, which is one of the most resource rich regions in the world and the most densely populated area in rural Africa, is uncertain with recent controversy surrounding oil exploration in the Congolese portion of the park.

The sea floor is a habitat especially rich in species that produce calcium carbonate shells or skeletons — so - called marine calcifiers.

The findings underscore the importance of conserving the habitat the insects currently persist in, says Rich Hatfield, a biologist with the Xerces Society for Insect Conservation in Portland, Oregon, who was not involved in the study.

Recruitment is related to the winter sea ice cover from the previous year, as diminished sea ice cover reduces habitat available for over-wintering juvenile and adult krill and reduces the size of the food - rich marginal sea ice zone in summer.

The loss of milkweed plants due to extensive herbicide use and changes in farming practices, such as the widespread adoption of herbicide - resistant crops, has been identified as a major contributing factor of monarch's decline in the eastern U.S. Disease, climate change, widespread insecticide use, and loss or degradation of nectar - rich habitat may also be contributing to declines.

The Pulitzer Prize — winning author of American Lion (2008) brings to bear his focused and sensitive scholarship, rich prose style, and acute sense of the need to ground his subject in time and place and observe him in his natural habitat.

Some have suggested that these are hybrid coyotes whose parents mated with wolves; however, it is also possible that natural selection has allowed the survival of larger sized lines from successful populations residing in richer habitats.

«This daily staple is highly digestible, rich in proteins and color enhancers and, most importantly, mimics real bloodworms that bettas would seek out as a food source in their natural habitat,» Fox said.

Game preserves make it possible to drop a dog on the ground in bird - rich habitat at almost any time of year.

Further, the influence of fire intensity on selection of habitat by cats was strongly affected by whether the habitats in question supported high densities of small mammals: sites in mammal - rich habitats that had recently been burnt at high intensity were especially strongly favoured.

From Acadiana's epoch of Evangeline to the myriad tales of haunted habitats in New Orleans» French Quarter, South Louisiana has a rich heritage - and active interest - in the plausibility of wandering souls from beyond the grave.

A secluded hideaway in picturesque North Queensland set on 30 acres of lush landscaped rainforest gardens this private beachfront property provides the ultimate authentic tropical Australian holiday experience.Boasting its own, extensive botanical gardens, with detached secluded suites and private bungalows, nestled amongst a natural oasis of coastal lagoons, and surrounded by swathes of palms and rainforest gardens — a rich habitat that provides a home to dozens of native species it's no surprise that this wonderfully romantic resort has become a firm favourite with honeymooners and nature lovers the world over.

The Golden Gate National Parks are notably rich in biological diversity due to the broad spectrum of habitats and unique geology within the parks.

Over many years our strict conservation policies and successful habitat management have resulted in a rich diversity of fauna and flora.

Rising up into the foothills of the Andes, the snow - capped peaks and the icy, glacial waters that roll down from the mountains feed a lush natural habitat of Patagonian plains, rich in fauna and flora unique to this wonderful environment.

The nutrient rich waters in which we operate are near core habitat for Humpback Whales, Northern Resident Killer Whales / Orca, Steller Sea Lions, Dall's Porpoise and more.

Seabirds soared overhead, drawn to the rich sea life in Buccoo Reef, a protected habitat where star coral, elkhorn coral and brain coral thrive.

Ventured into this tourism showcasing our rich ecology and our majestic animals in their true habitats.

Terrestrial teams found many unique habitats in Raja Ampat, particularly the broken - bottle landscape of karst limestone, and the mineral - rich soils of the northern islands.

Contributing to Costa Rica's rich biodiversity, this combination of fertile soil and dense rainforest provides the perfect habitat for some of the most beautiful creatures in the world.

For the next hour and a half your life will take on that of a Marine Mammal, joining the Harbour Seals, Sea stars, algaes and Shorebirds in this incredibly rich and diverse habitat.

Commune with harbor seals, sea stars and shorebirds in their incredibly rich and diverse natural habitat.

Day Two — Today is spent in the region known as the Fleurieu Peninsula and is rich, not only with beaches and striking seascapes, but also has an abundance of native animals in their natural habitats.

This region is known as the Fleurieu Peninsula and is rich, not only with beaches and striking seascapes, but also has an abundance of native animals in their wild habitats.

The four wheel drive track through the Coorong National Park takes you through a habitat rich in kangaroos, bird life, scenery and history.

Day Four — Day four is spent in the region known as the Fleurieu Peninsula and is rich, not only with beaches and striking seascapes, but also has an abundance of native animals in their natural habitats.

Nestled amongst a natural oasis of coastal lagoons, and surrounded by swathes of tropical palms and endemic rainforest — a rich habitat that provides a home to dozens of native species - this resort has its roots firmly grounded in sensitive eco-tourism.

Formed over thousands of years by living coral growing on top of an extinct volcano, it lies in one of the richest marine habitats in the world.

Biggs is in search of the jewel - rich critters that invade his habitat once a season, and using his tongue to pluck them from their vines, stuffs them into the waiting mouths of larger critters.

A new study found that most big solar energy installations in California are located within biologically rich scrub - and shrublands and threaten wildlife habitats.

Experts say unique habitats rich in wildlife are under threat as Britain's power stations switch from burning coal to wood, writes BRENDAN MONTAGUE

In contrast, RED would be more effective in terms of its conservation impact if payments were extended to all remaining carbon - rich tropical forests, including lowland peat swamp forests, the preferred habitat for dense populations of orangutans, and if the construction of new roads was halteIn contrast, RED would be more effective in terms of its conservation impact if payments were extended to all remaining carbon - rich tropical forests, including lowland peat swamp forests, the preferred habitat for dense populations of orangutans, and if the construction of new roads was haltein terms of its conservation impact if payments were extended to all remaining carbon - rich tropical forests, including lowland peat swamp forests, the preferred habitat for dense populations of orangutans, and if the construction of new roads was halted.

Climate change may cause changes in migratory patterns, destroy habitat (particularly in nutrient - rich polar seas), and drastically change ocean circulation, vertical mixing and overall climate patterns.

Biofuel production on abandoned lands could meet 8 % of global energy needs (6/23/2008) Using abandoned agricultural lands for biofuel production could help meet up to 8 percent of global energy needs without compromising food supplies or diminishing biologically - rich habitats, reports a new study published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology.