Shock: Scientists suggest that a decline in Arctic sea ice could be "a positive thing" for Arctic ecosystems

Will less ice be good or bad for Arctic ecosystems? Scientists discuss

The fact that over a seasonal cycle, elements of the Arctic ecosystem appeared to benefit from thinning ice led the scientists to suggest the longer term decline in ice cover due to climate change could also be a positive thing.

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