Examine the impact of climate change on the migratory patterns of birds. How does this affect the ecosystem?
Answer:- According to the State of the World's Birds Report, 2022, changes in the patterns of migratory birds are a major concern. Along with other factors, climate change is severely affecting the migration patterns of birds.
Impact of Climate Change on the Migratory Patterns of Birds
- Temporal Shifts: Climate change is altering the timing of seasons, which in turn is causing changes in the timing of bird migration.
- Changes in Migration Routes: With changes in climatic conditions, the migration routes of birds have shifted.
- Habitat Fragmentation: Due to sea-level rise, important coastal wetlands used for stopovers ....
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