Vegetation growth accelerates dramatically over years on Antarctica

A recent study published in Nature Geoscience has found that a significant area of Antarctica, approximately 12 square kilometers, has been colonized by vegetation, including mosses, lichens, liverworts, and associated algae. This "greening" trend is a result of rising temperatures. The study estimates that the "greening" rate has accelerated by 30% since 2016. While a tiny proportion (0.12%) of the continent has turned green, the area is substantial, equivalent to over 1,500 football pitches.