Africa > Global tree-planting initiatives drive massive biodiversity loss in African savannas, study finds

Global tree-planting initiatives drive massive biodiversity loss in African savannas, study finds

Published 13:16 on February 16, 2024  /  Last updated at 13:16 on February 16, 2024  / /  Africa, Biodiversity, EMEA, International, Nature-based

Misguided forest restoration initiatives are damaging ancient grassy habitats in Africa and beyond due to incorrect classification of ecosystems, putting biodiversity in an area bigger than France at risk, a study has found.
Misguided forest restoration initiatives are damaging ancient grassy habitats in Africa and beyond due to incorrect classification of ecosystems, putting biodiversity in an area bigger than France at risk, a study has found.


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