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Across southwest China and Thailand, plant turnover and nematode body width help explain soil diversity

Soils harbor some of the most diverse life on Earth. Soil nematodes play crucial roles in maintaining ecosystem functions.

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Researchers examined soil samples from southwest China and Thailand to investigate factors influencing nematode diversity. The study found that plant species turnover and the average body width of nematodes were key drivers of diversity patterns across the landscapes. These findings suggest that changes in vegetation and nematode morphology help explain variations in soil biodiversity.

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