How Forests are Adapting to Survive Drought and the Aftermath of Death
The recent drought in California has left its forests in a state of shock and disarray. However, a new study from the University of California, Davis, has found that forests are surprisingly resilient and can survive the death of their trees and recover from drought. The researchers studied the effects of drought on the forests of California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, and found that the forests were able to survive the death of trees and then recover over time. The study found that the forests were able to maintain their structure and diversity after the death of trees, and even in the face of extreme drought. This is encouraging news for the future of California’s forests, as it suggests that they may be able to survive future droughts and still maintain their health and diversity.
source: Phys.org