Vegetation Dynamics and Climate Change Resilience in Tropical Rainforests in Mexico
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https://doi.org/10.47672/ajcs.2038Keywords:
Vegetation Dynamics, Climate Change, Resilience, Tropical RainforestsAbstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the vegetation dynamics and climate change resilience in tropical rainforests in Mexico.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study suggests that these ecosystems exhibit varying responses to changing climatic conditions. The study indicate that certain tree species may be able to adapt to climate change by migrating to cooler or wetter areas, others emphasize the vulnerability of tropical rainforests to increasing temperatures and altered precipitation patterns. Factors such as soil fertility, disturbance regimes, and species diversity play crucial roles in determining the resilience of rainforest ecosystems to climate change. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of conservation efforts and sustainable land management practices in mitigating the impacts of climate change on tropical rainforests and preserving their biodiversity and ecosystem services. Overall, a nuanced understanding of the complex interactions between vegetation dynamics and climate change is essential for developing effective strategies for the conservation and management of tropical rainforests in the face of ongoing environmental changes.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Intermediate disturbance hypothesis, threshold theory and resilience theory may be used to anchor future studies on assessing the vegetation dynamics and climate change resilience in tropical rainforests in Mexico. Implement adaptive management strategies that prioritize ecosystem health and resilience. Advocate for evidence-based policies that support forest conservation, sustainable land use, and climate change mitigation.
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