Saturday, 2 August 2014

Selective logging takes its toll on mammals, amphibians

Date:
July 31, 2014

Source:
Cell Press

Summary:
The selective logging of trees in otherwise intact tropical forests can take a serious toll on the number of animal species living there. Mammals and amphibians are particularly sensitive to the effects of high-intensity logging, according to researchers who conducted a meta-analysis of almost 50 previously published studies from around the world.


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