Tropical forests face growing exposure to critical temperature thresholds

A new study published in PNAS finds that tropical forests are facing an increasing risk of exposure to critical temperature thresholds that could destabilise their ecosystems. The research highlights a growing threat to biodiversity in tropical regions as global temperatures continue to rise. The findings are based on analysis published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

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