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Trees can snitch on illegal gold miners in the Amazon

Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Researchers believe they have identified a network of spies to help combat illegal gold…

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Could the layout of trees impact human health?

A long-term Switzerland-wide study has found that neighbourhoods with numerous, well-arranged trees exhibit lower mortality risks than other areas. The…

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New agroforestry maps plot environmental, social, and economic benefits of trees

There's a longstanding attitude in many farming communities that trees and agriculture don't mix. But agroforestry — the intentional integration…

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Travel

Torreya State Park in Florida Has One of the Rarest Trees in the World — and It’s a Must-visit for Hikers

On a recent fall trip, magenta beautyberries dotted the curvy road, sultry summer temperatures had cooled ever so slightly, and…

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