Mass Rarity (IMAGE)

Yale University

Mass Rarity

Caption

When fossils, disappear, the world changes. Today's mass rarity of marine and terrestrial species may already have a mass extinction-like fossil record. Acting to save the fossil record of today by restoring species abundance and range could ensure the stability of the biosphere.

Credit

Nicolle R. Fuller/Sayo-Art

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.