Forests are important source of biodiversity

Published on: December 16, 2020

Fun fact! Forests contain over 80% of terrestrial biodiversity. Of the 60,000 tree species that exist, only 2,400 of them are actively managed for products and services. Globally, over 700 species are included in tree improvement programs.

Forests contain over 80% of terrestrial biodiversity. Of the 60,000 tree species that exist, only 2,400 of them are actively managed for products and services. Globally, over 700 species are included in tree improvement programs.