Images

Aerial image of rocky shoreline at Garrapata State Park, along the Central California coast.

Treatments are less effective under new climate change conditions, allowing sea lamprey to thrive.

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Fire clears the way for invasive species, like cheatgrass, to dominate once diverse ecosystems.

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Invasives like the Rainbow Trout become more competitive under new climate conditions.

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Invasives like the emerald ash borer shift their ranges into new ecosystems with warming. 

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An overview of the effects of climate change on the spread of avian malaria and its subsequent impacts on Hawaiian forest birds.

Oro Valley, Santa Catalina Mountains, AZ, USA; Photo Credit: Jose Iniguez (USFS)

Fishers are seen fishing in the water of the Kenai River in Alaska with trees and mountains in the background.

Three homes between tall trees and a person fishing in the water along the Kenai River, Alaska.

Urban ecosystems often feature green spaces with trees that provide shade and reduce residual heat from asphalt, as well as gardens to offer food for communities and space for pollinators. 

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The different components of coastal ecosystems provide services to local communities by shielding them from strong coastal winds and waves and supplying fish for industry, sport and even dinner.

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Forest ecosystems are home to trees that capture and store carbon as well as game animals and edible plants provide sources of food and recreation.

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River ecosystems contain riparian vegetation that trap sediment and filters debris for higher water quality in addition to have riparian zones that reduce floods by slowing water flow.

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An infographic for a decision Support Tool to Inform Louisiana’s Climate Change Adaptation Strategy. 

Coastal wetlands provide a range of ecosystem services such as storing carbon, reducing flood damage and serve as important habitats for fish, birds and shellfish.

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Mangroves absorb and store CO2, provide habitats for animals and fish, and their vast root systems prevent erosion and shield coasts from strong winds and waves.

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Three individuals are seen in a blue boat rowing over the Kenai River in late September with a forested mountain and a bit of fog in the background.

A picture of Janet Cushing, Deputy Chief of the NCASC, by a river while hiking. 

Researchers performing field work, pounding in wells in the shallow peat of Beaver Creek, AK.

Beautiful, early morning sunrise of a reservoir located at the Fish Health Lab in Kearneysville, WV.  This photo was taken during a bird walk to participate in the nationwide Christmas Bird Count conducted by eBird.

Overhead view of the Spokane River, where adult Chinook salmon were released during a multi-tribal ceremonial fish release. During 2022 National American Fisheries Society, many scientists and citizens took part in a ceremonial fish release. Adult Chinook salmon are currently blocked by dams and unable travel upstream to their historic range.