The reason why so many tree species can coexist in species-rich forests has long been a subject of debate in ecology. This question is key to understanding the mechanisms governing the dynamics and ...

The United Nations declared 2021–2030 to be the decade of ecosystem restoration, an initiative aiming to halt ecosystem degradation and restore 350 million hectares ...

When officials make tough calls on which areas to prioritize for conservation, biodiversity is often their top consideration. But there are several types of diversity, and not all of them overlap ...

New research finds that even a few scattered trees on farmland can give a big boost to forest wildlife. On the edges of the ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. A Nature study reveals surprising similarities among the most common tree species in tropical rainforests in Africa, the Amazon and Southeast Asia, ...

From bark patterns to pit-and-mound topography, these 10 clues help hikers identify old-growth forests on their next ...

Small forests can save birds, especially when surrounding landscapes include nearby trees, according to a new study.

Tropical forests that sit inside wildlife-friendly surroundings retain far more mammal species than those hemmed in by ...

As Delhi gets its first 10-year scientific roadmap to restore native biodiversity in its forests by systematically removing invasive tree species and exploring biological control methods, scientists ...

A new study has revealed that improving the landscapes surrounding forest remnants can dramatically increase their ability to ...

Researchers demonstrate that the simplest way to measure diversity in eastern U.S. forests is also the best way to assess its health and productivity, creating a straightforward roadmap for ...