This forest community, sometimes called the mountain boreal forest, is comprised largely of conifer tree species. This forest is found ... red spruce and balsam fir are both common. However, with ...

Fast-growing trees don't always store more carbon. In tough environments, slow but resilient species store more.

"All together, this can explain why conifers are the dominant species in boreal forests ... evergreen conifers like spruce and pine adorn homes worldwide. But while Christmas trees bring warmth ...

pine and fir trees only a few hours’ drive north of the University of Saskatchewan campus. Stretching for more than 400,000 square kilometres, the province’s boreal forest is just a snapshot ...

Located in the boreal zone, the main tree species found in this urban forest include Norway spruce, Scots pine and silver birch. The researchers used aerial image data spanning 16 years ...

The boreal forest attracts 325 bird species to its lands each year, with 1 to 3 billion birds migrating north to nest and raise their young amongst its trees. It’s known as ‘North America’s ...

Located in the boreal zone, the main tree species found in this urban forest include Norway spruce, Scots pine and silver birch. The researchers used aerial image data spanning 16 years ...