Even small changes can have profound effects on ecosystems from "summary" of The Serengeti Rules by Sean B. Carroll
In the Serengeti, one of the most iconic ecosystems on Earth, a simple experiment was carried out that revealed an astonishing truth - even small changes can have profound effects on ecosystems. By removing a single species - the top predator, lions - from the equation, the entire ecosystem underwent a dramatic transformation. The absence of lions led to a boom in the population of herbivores, which in turn decimated the vegetation, ultimately leading to a collapse in biodiversity.
This phenomenon, known as a trophic cascade, illustrates the delicate balance that exists within ecosystems. Each species plays a crucial role in maintaining the equilibrium, and even the slightest disruption can have far-reaching consequences. The effects of these disruptions can ripple through the food chain, affecting not only the immediate interactions between species,...
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