Landsat 9 captures fiery fall colors in southern Chile's Magallanes region
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Updated · Science@NASA · Apr 28
Landsat 9 captures fiery fall colors in southern Chile's Magallanes region
8 articles · Updated · Science@NASA · Apr 28
On April 12, 2026, a rare cloud break enabled Landsat 9 to image reddish hillsides about 100 kilometers northwest of Punta Arenas.
The image highlights the autumn foliage of lenga beech forests, which dominate subalpine zones and stretch 2,000 kilometers along Patagonia.
These southern beech forests, home to unique species, create vibrant displays across Patagonia’s iconic parks, marking the southernmost temperate forests on Earth.
Beyond beautiful images, how do satellites predict which specific forests are most at risk of collapse?
As Patagonia's ancient beech trees face dieback, are their iconic autumn fires dimming for good?
Why are some Patagonian forests more vulnerable to climate change than others just miles away?
As the lenga forests retreat, what will happen to endangered species like the huemul deer?
Can private conservation efforts save an entire ecosystem from the effects of global climate change?