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Global Warming and the Rare Haleakala Silverswords
2013-01-17 15:30:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Environmental News Network: One of the most spectacular sights in the Hawaiian Islands is the Haleakala Volcano. This amazing volcano rises more than 10,000 feet from near sea level at its base. The ecosystems change dramatically as you drive up the twisting road that takes you to the summit. Near the top, you start to see the Silverswords. They are not numerous, but stand out sharply from the dark red rocky soil they grow on. In the early 20th century, the Silverswords suffered, but they have made a strong recovery from early...
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