Scientists have mapped Antarctica’s ice-free ecosystems, highlighting their biodiversity and growing climate threats.

Temperature increases over roughly the past half-century on the Antarctic Peninsula have had a dramatic effect on moss banks growing in the region. The Arctic has entered a phase of dramatic warming: ...

This could impact the native Antarctic plants since moss can grow on rocky surfaces and form soil, consequently causing non-native, invasive species plants to emerge and potentially disrupt the ...

A new study published in the journal Nature Geoscience revealed that Antarctica is experiencing rapid and unprecedented greening, with vegetation on the Antarctic Peninsula increasing more than ...

UNSW researchers unveil a new map and classification system that will help protect the unique plants and animals of Earth's most remote and fragile ...