Monkeyflowers Rapidly Evolve to Survive Drought
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Californias scarlet monkeyflowers rapidly evolved new traits to survive the drought, marking the first documented case of wild plants adapting to climate change. Researchers tracked monkeyflower groups across various sites and found genetic shifts in the hottest, driest locations, enabling better control over leaf pores and water retention. This quick adaptation helped survivors endure and rebound after the dry spell, offering hope for other species facing tougher conditions ahead.
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