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India’s Largest Tree Data Collection Brings Together Hundreds of Forest Studies

Scientists have created the most extensive tree inventory dataset in India, merging 465 published studies from 1991‑2023.

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Key Points

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Aggregates 465 tree inventory studies.

Covers over 4,650 hectares of forest across all biomes.

Offers a unified resource for ecological research and conservation.

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The dataset spans more than 4,650 hectares and represents all of the country’s forest biomes.

This comprehensive resource will support research on tree diversity, forest health, and conservation strategies.

It provides a baseline for future monitoring of India’s forests.

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5 words

meta-dataset

a huge collection of many smaller data sets

biomes

large natural areas with similar plants and animals

inventory

a detailed list of all items in a place

hectare

a unit of land about the size of a rugby field

baseline

the starting point used for comparison

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