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Forest Giants

Yves Earhart

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Editora: Publifye

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"Forest Giants" explores the vital roles of the world's largest trees by volume in sustaining our planet's environmental health. These silent sentinels are key players in forest ecosystems, disproportionately contributing to carbon sequestration and biodiversity.

 
The book highlights the immense volume of these trees as a crucial metric, distinguishing them from simple measures of height or diameter, and emphasizes their ecological significance.

 
The book progresses from detailing the biological characteristics of these colossal trees, like the General Sherman sequoia, to examining their critical functions in carbon cycling, water regulation, and habitat creation.

 
A significant portion addresses the threats they face, including logging and climate change, and discusses conservation strategies, sustainable forestry practices, and policy changes necessary for their protection.

 
Understanding the ecological roles of these trees, the threats they face, and the steps that can be taken to ensure their survival is critical for the health of our planet.
Disponível desde: 19/02/2025.
Comprimento de impressão: 68 páginas.

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