Droughts are getting worse. They're lasting longer and hitting harder. Scientists have been studying how this affects grasslands and shrublands all over the world. They looked at 74 different places and found some interesting things. First, most ecosystems can handle droughts for a while. They might not grow as much, but they can cope. This is called acclimation. It...

Droughts are becoming more frequent and intense. This shift will greatly influence the future of forests around the globe. One idea is that mixed forests, where different types of trees grow together, might handle drought better. But, there isn't much proof to back this up. So, a group of researchers decided to look into how different tree mixes react to drought in ...

Flash droughts are becoming more frequent due to climate change. These sudden, intense dry spells can harm plants, tiny creatures, and even larger animals. However, their impact on animals that lay eggs, like turtles, is not fully understood. Usually, scientists study what happens when these animals do not have water for a long time. But what about when they face a s...