Macroscale Ecology

Macroscale ecology studies large-scale ecological patterns and processes across extensive geographic areas, such as continents or oceans. It examines how factors like climate, geography, and human activity influence the distribution, abundance, and interactions of species on a broad scale. By analyzing these vast patterns, ecologists can understand big-picture environmental trends, biodiversity distribution, and ecosystem functioning, helping to inform conservation and management strategies on a global or regional level.