By simulating a savanna without elephants, ISU ecologist shows their importance
October 08, 2026
October 08, 2026
AMES, Iowa, Oct. 8 -- Iowa State University posted the following news release:
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By simulating a savanna without elephants, ISU ecologist shows their importance
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AMES, Iowa -- Jake Goheen first traveled to a Kenyan savanna about 25 years ago, but part of him never left. The jaw-dropping sight of iconic large mammals struck him intensely, permanently recalibrating his career trajectory.
"I couldn't help but be utterly . . .
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By simulating a savanna without elephants, ISU ecologist shows their importance
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AMES, Iowa -- Jake Goheen first traveled to a Kenyan savanna about 25 years ago, but part of him never left. The jaw-dropping sight of iconic large mammals struck him intensely, permanently recalibrating his career trajectory.
"I couldn't help but be utterly . . .