Giant trees have tricks to work around drought
Scientists have uncovered new evidence of how giant trees adapt to drought, supporting one theory while challenging another. The findings could help protect these towering rainforest giants as climates grow harsher. This research offers hope for preserving vital ecosystems in a changing world.
In the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve in Malaysia, massive trees called dipterocarps dominate the rainforest. The tallest dipterocarps seen from this hilltop are more than 65 meters tall. Scientists are beginning to understand how giant trees like these adapt to drought conditions in an increasingly…
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