Reforestation programmes should consider the parasitic relationship between mistletoes and their hosts and their ecological benefits for bird diversity.
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This evergreen plant has some tricky ways to get ahead, but it’s a valuable part of the ecosystem.
As you swelter during this heatwave, it may not be all bad news for our urban and natural environments. Sometimes, positive outcomes arise when and where we least expect them.
Mythical mistletoe can be traced back to Norse legends.
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From turkeys to salmon and brussels sprouts, modern living is putting mounting pressure on the festive feast.
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Doctor of Botany, The University of Melbourne
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Post-doctoral fellow, Australian Landscape Trust, Calperum Station, James Cook University
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Senior Lecturer in Plant-Parasite Interactions, Queen's University Belfast
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