How invasive rats rewire coral reef food webs to create winners and losers

MechNews newsroom brief · 60d ago · 1 min read · via phys.org

Invasive rats on tropical islands are creating winners and losers among the tiny underwater animals near the bottom of the food chain that inhabit surrounding coral reefs. Scientists say the changes to these marine ecosystems can rewire food chains on the reefs.

Invasive rats on tropical islands are creating winners and losers among the tiny underwater animals near the bottom of the food chain that inhabit surrounding coral reefs. Scientists say the changes to these marine ecosystems can rewire food chains on the reefs. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking mech. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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