When Apex Predators Vanish: Ecosystem Collapse Explained
Apex predators like wolves, sharks, and lions aren't just impressive animals—they're ecological architects whose presence regulates entire ecosystems. When they disappear, cascading collapses follow: prey populations explode, vegetation vanishes, carbon cycles destabilize, and communities face billions in economic costs. From Yellowstone's regenerating forests after wolf reintroduction to California's kelp crisis after sea star die-offs, the evidence is clear: we can either invest in protecti...
