Alligator Juniper (IMAGE) University of Arizona Caption A dead Alligator Juniper from Arizona. Unable to cope with rising temperature extremes, repeated surveys have shown that this species is literally being pushed up the mountain slopes under the impact of climate change. Credit Ramona Walls Usage Restrictions This visual can only be used in conjunction with posting and/or reporting of this news release. Credit information must be provided as indicated. License Licensed 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.