The Gulf Coast region of the United States is an expansive area that is home to a rich and complex set of ecosystems. Some of the impacts of climate change will be uniform throughout this region, while others will be more localized. Choose a state and find out about the potential impacts of climate change on the environment, human health, and the economy.
Photo Credits: Alabama canebrake pitcher plant - Threatened & Endangered Species of Alabama. R. Johnson & B. Wehrle; www.pfmt.org. Panther - South Florida Water Management District. Brown Pelican - South Florida Water Management District. Magnolia - Floridata.com, M. Harris. Bluebonnet - www.actnowgraphics.com, A. Funke Taylor.
