A sad and slightly unusual effect of climate change has been reported upon by a study. It seems that the relationships of one of nature's most monogamous creatures are vulnerable to the same sorts of stresses and strains that human relationships experience. Warmer waters caused by climate change mean less food, longer feeding trips and higher chick mortality, all of which create additional stress for the adult birds. Up to 8% of pairs are now 'divorcing', an increase from the 1-3% previously noted. 

Thankfully these stats are still well below human rates in England but a point to ponder for us humans - what will the additional hardships created by climate change do for our relationships? Another reason (if one were truly needed) to address this issue.