Scientists find Europe’s last primary forests
▻https://news.mongabay.com/2018/06/scientists-find-europes-last-primary-forests
A study finds 3.4 million acres (13,760 square kilometers or 5,313 square miles) in Europe fit the definition of primary forest set by the FAO.
These forests are scattered around Europe and provide important habitat for wildlife.
But the researchers warn that less than half are strictly protected, meaning that logging is legal in the majority.
They urge the EU to increase the official level of protection granted to these forests.
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