In greening Arctic, caribou and muskoxen play key role: Study links grazing with plant phenology and abundance

Nov 12, 2024

The story of Arctic greening has overlooked some main characters. At center stage are climate change and warming temperatures. Meanwhile, large grazing wildlife, such as caribou and muskoxen, also play a key role in the timing and abundance of Arctic plants, according to a study from the University of California, Davis.