The Australian landscape faces unprecedented pressures: decade-long droughts, severe floods, and extreme bushfires that devastate millions of hectares.
As bushfires increase due to global warming, they not only destroy native forests but also further fragment ecosystems, pushing wildlife to the brink of extinction.
Recently, we heard from three environmental experts about the drying climate and its impact on ecosystems in Western Australia, particularly the South West.
Ecosystem fragmentation happens when ecosystems like forests or wetlands are split into isolated patches due to human activity or natural events. This disrupts the natural balance, making these areas more vulnerable to environmental stresses like bushfires.
