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Dead tree habitats
Even when trees are decaying in River’s Edge Park, they help keep our environment alive. After a tree dies, it continues to benefit the health of its ecosystem in several ways for a very long time.
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Dead trees provide shelter for wildlife to help protect them from our ever-changing weather.
They also cycle nutrients and aid in plant regeneration, decrease soil erosion, and help with carbon storage. Look a little closer at dead trees around you, and you’ll find a fascinating (and crucial) micro-ecosystem.
Learn more about how to incorporate dead trees and shrubs into your personal habitat from the National Wildlife Federation.