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Higher Altitude of Islands Increases Their Number of Exclusive Species

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Science Daily

Publication Date
2012-04-10

ScienceDaily (Apr. 9, 2012) — In the ecosystems of islands with high mountains, endemic animal and vegetation species are twice as isolated, making them even more exclusive. A European study with Spanish involvement confirms this, which adds the factor of altitude to wider biodiversity.

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http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/04/120409133702.htm