Every species of tree has unique characteristics, from its bark to its leaves, that you can use as clues to identify ...

A new study published in the Journal of Plant Ecology has found that temperate forest tree species, regardless of their root ...

Tongass National Forest Get a bird's-eye view of the 1,500-square-mile Juneau Icefield from a seaplane. Hop on a boat for a whale watching and wildlife viewing tour where you may spot humpback or ...

Alaska's Tongass National Forest is the largest national forest in the U.S. and the largest temperate forest in the world. Here's what you need to know before you go.

Temperate forests provide homes and nourishment for various creatures, making them one of the most diverse habitats on Earth. From small mammals to majestic birds and ancient reptiles, here are some ...

“The Tongass National Forest makes up over 90 percent of Southeast Alaska,” says Peter Nave, owner and lead guide of Wild Coast Excursions. “It is a region of mountains and fjords, where towns are ...

Our study highlights the important role of GEDI measurements in BIOMASS algorithm training and the establishment of precise site-specific processing parameters. Combining GEDI measurements at sparse ...

Field studies among diverse biomes demonstrate that mass-based nitrogen concentration at leaf and canopy scales is strongly related to carbon uptake and cycling. Combined field and airborne imaging ...

PGC Forester Tom Respet marks an invasive birch tree with yellow paint for removal in State Game Lands #42 on Laurel Hill in Conemaugh Township, Somerset Co., Monday, June 9, 2025.