Overgrazing occurs when too many animals graze for too long and exceed the carrying capacity of a rangeland area.Overgrazing causes all of the following except

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Overgrazing results in reduced grass cover, exposure of the soil to wind erosion, compacted soil, and encourages invasion by inedible plant species, but it does not lead to increased retention of water. In fact, overgrazed rangelands have decreased water retention due to the loss of vegetation cover and soil compaction.

Overgrazing Occurs When Too Many Animals Graze for Too Long