With sea turtles, fish and birds splashing around in the morning sunlight, marshes that line the American coast might appear peaceful and primordial. But forces both natural and manmade are constantly acting upon them, jeopardizing the survival of these critical ecosystems. analyzed the influences that cause marshes to become more 鈥渇ringy鈥� and sparse, pointing the way for scientists to prioritize interventions and restoration efforts.
Host Frank Stasio talks with coastal wetlands scientist , who conducted the research during her time at the at Duke University. The research was supported by grants from the and .
