Fire can destroy peatlands. But in Australia, it can also help protect them

Peatlands are the unsung heroes of nature. These ancient wetlands form when dead and decaying plants partly decompose in wet, low-oxygen conditions. Over thousands of years, this plant material builds up and turns into a dark, soil-like substance known as peat. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking mech. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.