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Fall foliage late: Why aren't leaves changing color in 2021?

The fall leaves' 2021 lackluster show is one thing that can't be blamed on the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead, pin it on climate change.

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Why climate change is making it harder to chase fall foliage

For a cheery autumnal activity, leaf peeping is facing some serious threats from the era of climate change.

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Human-driven climate change is changing the colors of fall foliage, scientists say

Human-driven climate change is changing the colors of fall foliage, scientists say

Introduced pests, pathogens and invasive species are causing immediate changes. Climate change also may shape the forest colors of the future.
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