Photo (IMAGE) The University of Hong Kong Caption Soil invertebrate contributions to forest litter decomposition across regions. (a) Relative contributions of invertebrates (blue) and microorganisms (grey) to forest litter decomposition against absolute latitude. (b) Effect sizes of invertebrates on forest litter decomposition at global, regional, and biome scales. (Illustration adapted from respective paper) Credit The University of Hong Kong Usage Restrictions n/a License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.