In-field environmental science explainer from @kidflamess

The creator stands waist-deep in the Everglades to deliver a direct-to-camera explanation of how climate change impacts the local ecosystem. He establishes his credentials as a scientist, then systematically breaks down three major environmental threats: extreme drought from changing rainfall, saltwater intrusion from sea-level rise, and nutrient imbalances fueling invasive species.

Creator: @kidflamess on Instagram

Transcript

How climate change is affecting the Everglades. So I'm a scientist at tier research in the Everglades, and the Everglades is currently experiencing rank extreme drought during the dry season. Now this is caused by changes in rainfall patterns and also hotter temperatures, which in line affects plants and their productivity affecting wildlife as well. On top of that, climate change also causes sea level rise, which leads to saltwater intrusion affecting freshwater plants such as sawgrass and its

Topics: Science, Nature & Wildlife, Sustainability

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