S6 Ep6: The economics of ecosystems
VoxDev Development Economics
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The Bat Crisis: Ecological Ramifications of Invasive Fungus
This chapter examines the severe consequences of an invasive fungus on bat populations in the northeastern U.S., including drastic population declines and implications for agriculture. It highlights the interconnectedness of ecosystems by analyzing increased insecticide use among farmers, linking the loss of bats to rising public health concerns.
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