Science Art-Nature presents Challenges of Climate Change | ||
Topic: Food Shortages |
While the polar bear might receive the bulk of attention because of our warming climate, it is not the only arctic land mammal struggling. The muskox relies on powdery snow covering his food source during the long winter months. Freezing rain, instead of snow, produces an impenetrable barrier as it encases the nutrient rich tundra. |
Linda Besse Mead, WA USA Title: Five Muskox |