forests
Science
Deforestation is changing the way monkeys communicate
New evidence on the impact of deforestation on animal communication.
Science
Scientists discovered the world’s oldest forest
Modern trees emerged earlier than previously believed, new research reveals.
Environment
Degraded soils mean tropical forests may never fully recover from logging
Continually logging and re-growing tropical forests to supply timber is reducing the levels of vital nutrients in the soil, which may limit future forest growth and recovery, a new study suggests. This raises concerns about the long-term sustainability of logging in the tropics.
Environment
New tree rings analysis method may open insights to past climate
Accounting for both climate change and natural disturbances—which typically result in greenhouse gas emissions—is necessary to begin managing forest carbon sequestration. Gaining a complete...
Environment
It’s not trails that disturb forest birds, but the people on them
Forests are a natural environment often used for such activities as jogging, hiking, dog walking, mountain biking, or horse riding. The mere presence of...
Environment
Sustainable use of forests mitigates climate change in many ways, study
Economical utilization of woodlands and biodiversity protection have a long-haul and far-reaching outcome for the fate of our planet. What is the ideal measure...