See Earth’s seasons in all their complexity in a new animated map: « This reveals “hotspots” of seasonal asynchrony around the world – regions where the timing of seasonal cycles can be out of sync between nearby locations. » | AI News Digest
A new study published in Nature reveals complex seasonal cycles of Earth's ecosystems using satellite imagery. Researchers identified 'hotspots' of seasonal asynchrony, where the timing of seasonal changes differs significantly between nearby locations. This phenomenon has important ecological, evolutionary, and economic implications, particularly in biodiversity-rich areas. The study highlights how Mediterranean climates and tropical mountains exhibit distinct seasonal patterns that can affect species' reproductive cycles. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for ecology, agriculture, and assessing climate change impacts.
