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Forest ecosystem
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Slash-and-Burn Farming: A Way to Boost Forest Biodiversity
A recent study conducted in Belize challenges conventional views on the impact of slash-and-burn agriculture, suggesting that this practice, commonly employed by various Indigenous societies globally, may have positive effects on forests.
Tree Diversity Boosted by the Presence of Large Herbivores like Elephants, Bison, and Moose
A research team has harnessed global satellite data to create a comprehensive map of tree cover within the world's protected areas. Their findings reveal that regions hosting numerous large herbivores exhibit a more fluctuating tree cover, a pattern anticipated to have a positive impact on overall biodiversity.