Contact: Michael Kinnison (207) 581-2575; David Munson (207) 581-3777ORONO, Maine — The influences humans have on the habitats of other species have long been recognized, raising concerns about loss of species. However, another widespread outcome of such disturbance has come to light. After examining over 3000 estimates of rates of evolution in wild animal populations,
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