Modeling the effect of rockfall on forest development in a dynamic forest landscape model

Abstract Mountain forests below rocky cliffs are regularly impacted by falling blocks. Rockfall thus increases tree mortality and can locally alter the forest structure. At the same time, trees can decelerate or stop falling blocks and play an important role in protecting settlements and infrastruct...

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Main Authors: Christine Moos, Heike Lischke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2022-01-01
Series:Ecosphere
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/ecs2.3909