Horseshoe crabs are marine and brackish water arthropods of the family Limulidae and the only living members of the order Xiphosura.[2][3] Despite their name, they are not true crabs or crustaceans: they are chelicerates, most closely related to arachnids such as spiders, ticks, … [Read more...] about Horseshoe crab
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Canopy Gaps Define Forest Growth
At its most basic level, a canopy gap is a hole in the forest's land cover, frequently caused by a fallen tree or windstorm. However, these forest gaps, which are typically brought about by natural processes, can also give rise to new life. In this study, T.C. Whitmore explains what a tree gap is and the unique function it serves in the forest, demonstrating how sometimes … [Read more...] about Canopy Gaps Define Forest Growth