Forests are breaking up in the tropics but coming together elsewhere – here’s what it means for wildlife and the climate

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Abstract

In 2015, research on global forest cover revealed a concerning fact: 70% of the world’s remaining forest now lies within 1km of the forest’s edge. This process, called fragmentation, is causing the deepest and darkest parts of the world’s forests to shrink.

Forest fragmentation is bad news for many unique animal and plant species that rely on these forests for their survival. It also reduces the forest’s ability to capture and store carbon, which is an important part of tackling climate change.
Original languageEnglish
Specialist publicationThe Conversation
Publication statusPublished - 7 Aug 2023

Keywords

  • forest conservation
  • Forest structure
  • Rubber agroforestry
  • Biodiversity

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