Up to 36% of the Amazon rainforest may resist severe drought far better than scientists previously assumed, according to a ...

Why are the tropical rainforests so precious? Are dire warnings about the dangers of deforestation and nuclear energy exaggerated? Where can concerned readers turn for a balanced explanation of the ...

Tropical forests that sit inside wildlife-friendly surroundings retain far more mammal species than those hemmed in by ...

Because tropical forests are currently Earth's largest land-based carbon sink, the findings improve our understanding of a potent tool to fight climate change. "The results underscore the importance ...

Tropical forests show trees help each other, creating strong, diverse ecosystems shaped by climate conditions.

A single tropical tree can create as much cooling as several air conditioners, and across forests can cool a whole region.

Uncover the critical effects of habitat loss on biodiversity. This in-depth analysis provides insights into the consequences for species and ecosystems alike.

The Smithsonian Forest Global Earth Observatory (ForestGEO) is a global network of scientists and forest research sites dedicated to advancing long-term study of the world's forests. Image credit: ...