Diminishing Arctic lakes
August 29, 2022
The Arctic is home to the largest surface water fraction of any terrestrial biome, containing thousands of low-lying lakes. Now, it appears that some Arctic lakes are drying due to rising air temperatures and autumn rains, causing permafrost to thaw and water bodies to drain.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2022 |
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Title | Diminishing Arctic lakes |
DOI | 10.1038/s41558-022-01466-7 |
Authors | Rebecca A Finger-Higgens |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Nature Climate Change |
Index ID | 70236305 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Southwest Biological Science Center |