The University of Arizona

climate change

Drought & Die-off

pinyon pine die off before and after
Short Description: 
A well-documented pinyon pine die-off sheds light on climate-induced changes to ecosystems.

Dr. Dave Breshears, in the School of Natural Resources, documented massive pinyon pine die-off due to extended drought. He and his colleagues had collected a wealth of data on the woodlands for more than a decade before the massive die-off.


Santa Rita Experimental Range

Synopsis: 
The Santa Rita Experimental Range offers unique opportunities for research, education and outreach.

Santa Rita Experimental Range (Santa Rita) is a field station uniquely positioned to support research, education, and outreach in the Southwest. Researchers from around the country are drawn to the Santa Rita.

History: Santa Rita is the longest continuously active rangeland research facility and among the 5 oldest biological field stations in the United States.

Facility & Technology Information
Acronym: 
SRER
Infrastructure Type: 
Facilities

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