The impact of global climate change on vegetation of the Garagush mountain ridge in the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic

Climate change and global warming have exerted significant impacts on the vegetation of the Qaragush Mountain region in the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. Recent seasonal observations conducted over a seven-year period, supported by historical data, reveal intensifying drought conditions, shifts in species composition, and progressive degradation of plant communities. These ecological changes highlight the vulnerability of mountain ecosystems to climatic variability and underscore the importance of long-term monitoring. The findings contribute to a better understanding of regional ecological transformations and provide a basis for future research on adaptive conservation strategies.