Negative impact of freeze–thaw cycles on the survival of tardigrades

Negative impact of freeze–thaw cycles on the survival of tardigrades

Global warming effects in temperate and polar regions include higher average temperatures and a decrease in snow cover, which together lead to an increase in the number of freeze–thaw cycles (FTC). These changes could affect the fitness of both terrestrial and aquatic species. In this study, we test...

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Main Authors: Krzysztof Zawierucha, Matteo Vecchi, Nozomu Takeuchi, Masato Ono, Sara Calhim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-10-01
Series:Ecological Indicators
Subjects:
Climate change
Cold adaptation
Cryobiosis
Freezing tolerance
Mortality
Water bears
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1470160X23006027

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