New research shows how La Niña and El Niño weather patterns can affect pollen levels, with a shorter and less severe hay fever season during a rainier La Niña.
- Professor in Physical Geography, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
Māori used all parts of raupō for weaving and food, but the plant also kept lakes healthy. This connection between cultural and ecological roles means its fate is closely linked with people.
An earlier study used only one charcoal record to assess Patagonia’s fire history. But analysis of multiple records changes the picture substantially.
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