More than half of Earth ’s species live in the soil, study finds

Soil estimated to be home to 90% of world ’s fungi, 85% of plants and more than 50% of bacteria, making it the world’s most species-rich habitatMore than half of all species live in the soil, according to a study that has found it is the single most species-rich habitat on Earth.Soil was known to hold a wealth of life, but this new figure doubles what scientistsestimated in 2006, when they suggested 25% of life was soil-based.Continue reading...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - Category: Science Authors: Tags: Soil Environment Wildlife Insects Animals Plants Fungi Biology Microbiology World news Source Type: news