An analysis of McMurdo Dry Valleys’ lotic habitats within Antarctica’s protected area network and addressing gaps in biodiversity protection

An analysis of McMurdo Dry Valleys’ lotic habitats within Antarctica’s protected area network and addressing gaps in biodiversity protection

The McMurdo Dry Valleys (MDV), Antarctica’s largest ice-free region, hosts unique terrestrial ecosystems, with biodiversity concentrated in the aquatic environments and surrounding soils. Despite being a scientific hub, the creation of the MDV Antarctic Specially Managed Area (ASMA) made significant...

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Main Authors: Anna Wright, Cassandra Brooks, Michael Gooseff, Adrian Howkins, Stephen Chignell
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2024-12-01
Series:Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research
Subjects:
McMurdo Dry Valleys
aquatic ecosystems
inland waters
biogeochemical hot spots
biodiversity conservation
protected areas
Online Access:https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/15230430.2024.2375176
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