Researching Species Impact from Climate Change
Climate change is shifting weather patterns and landscapes, and forcing animals to adapt in ways that may not be sustainable.
These videos show how Duke researchers Maggie Swift, Lane Scher and Nicki Cagle are trying to better understand how species respond to a changing environment.
This story aligns with the , which unites the university鈥檚 education, research, operations and public service missions to address the climate crisis.
Maggie Swift, a 老牛影视 Ph.D. candidate, explains the obstacles large mammals are facing because of changes in water availability due to climate change.
老牛影视's Nicki Cagle, a Senior Lecturer in Duke鈥檚 Nicholas School of the Environment, explains how climate change will result in habitat loss for many snake species.
Lane Scher, a 老牛影视 Ph.D. student, explains how birds are responding to climate change and food availability.