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A tree uses rays to “defeat enemies”: the striking adaptation

Scientists have discovered a surprising behavior in the Panamanian rainforest. A tree uses lightning to "eliminate" enemies. That is, against species that compete with it for light, space, and nutrients. It is the tonka bean tree (Dipteryx oleifera). It has...

Scientists discover Tanzania’s “most eminent” tree.

Tanzania became the scene of a novel discovery, a new species of tree from a tropical rainforest of considerable size, of which about 100 specimens were identified in the Udzungwa Mountains. This discovery, made in 2019 and recently published...

Restoration: 10,000 native trees to be planted in the Misiones jungle.

This week began the planting of native trees in the Misiones jungle. In total, 10,000 specimens will be planted in the Yryapú community of Puerto Iguazú. The initiative is carried out jointly between the Mbya community and the Missionary Institute...

With 20 million trees, England will have a new national forest.

England will have a **new national forest**, thanks to the **planting of 20 million trees**. It will be the first of the three promised by the United Kingdom government to help meet the **legally binding** target of **16.5%** in that...

Tree rings: keys to understanding climate change

Tree trunks keep a silent yet invaluable testimony about the history of the planet's climate. Each year, as they grow, they form a new ring of dead wood that encapsulates key information about the environmental conditions of that period,...

Promoting reforestation with native trees to mitigate climate change

From the Climate Change office, through an information stand located in Plaza Pringles, in the city of **San Luis**, a campaign was launched to highlight the importance of reforestation with **native trees** and (https://noticiasambientales.com/medio-ambiente/restauracion-ecologica-impulsan-la-reforestacion-de-paisajes-productivos-en-el-gran-chaco/). With the purpose of raising awareness...

The century-old Coihue tree and conservation in Patagonia: a look eight years later

Eight years after the intervention in the centennial Coihue of Villa La Angostura, we remember this emblem of ecosystem longevity and conservation of Patagonia, as the environmental challenges we face in our country. The Andean-Patagonian forest lost one of its...

More than 36,000 trees will be planted to restore the Misiones jungle.

In order to restore the **(https://noticiasambientales.com/medio-ambiente/selva-misionera-el-bosque-que-alberga-mas-de-la-mitad-de-la-biodiversidad-de-argentina/)**, more than **36,000 native trees** will be planted by 2025. This is part of the initiative carried out by **Fundación Vida Silvestre Argentina**. It will take place in the municipality of **San Pedro, Misiones**....

Innovative idea: This is the plan to transplant two native Chilean species.

Recently, a study conducted by researchers from the **University of Chile** has highlighted the urgent need to adopt innovative approaches to **preserve native species**. This study emphasizes that, although the country has implemented (https://noticiasambientales.com/medio-ambiente/fondos-para-la-conservacion-de-los-bosques-nativos-en-jujuy/), more comprehensive and science-based strategies are...

Tree felling tasks in Lanín National Park: caution requested

The authorities of the Lanín National Park reported that they continue with the exotic tree felling tasks due to the risk they pose. These tasks are being carried out in the area of School No. 33 in Quila Quina,...

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Small actions that create a big environmental impact: how to contribute to caring for the planet

Environmental problems are becoming increasingly evident, making it essential for all of us to participate in environmental protection through...