Freshwater riparian zones in a changing climate: A comprehensive review

Riparian zones, the transitional areas between aquatic and terrestrial environments, are vital for supporting biodiversity and maintaining ecosystem health. However, their functionality is being increasingly threatened by climate change. This study systematically reviews recent research published be...

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Published in:	Ecological Indicators
Main Authors:	Hamed Vagheei, Fulvio Boano
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier 2025-07-01
Subjects:	Riparian zone Climate change Freshwater Riparian management
Online Access:	http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1470160X25005308

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