Craig Nitschke

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Dr. Craig Nitschke is a Forest and Landscape Ecologist at the University of Melbourne, specializing in the interplay between ecological processes, climate change, and forest management. His work explores how these dynamics impact biodiversity, ecosystem services, and the livelihoods of resource-dependent communities. Dr. Nitschke employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating field studies, ecological modelling, remote sensing, and stakeholder interviews to inform sustainable forest landscape management.

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Aug 30 2025

Climate change is driving a silent, sinister change in Australia’s mountain ash forests

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Biodiversity · Effects

Rising temperatures are causing significant tree loss in Australia’s mountain ash forests, threatening their carbon storage and accelerating climate impacts

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