
Tropical forest degradation from selective logging, fire, and edge effects is a major driver of carbon and biodiversity loss, with the actual extent and long-term impacts being significantly greater than previously estimated.


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A global survey on the magnitude and persistence of moist forest cover change and canopy height following degradation using satellite remote sensing data finds that the effects are substantial and persist for decades.

Human degradation of tropical moist forests is greater than previously estimated - Nature

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Extensive Degradation of Tropical Moist Forests Revealed by Satellite Data and LiDAR Measurements
