Matthew P. Ayres

The loss of canopy ash trees (Fraxinus spp.) from North American forests may result in homogenization of understory flora

In North America, many canopy ash trees ( Fraxinus spp.) are being eliminated from forests by the Emerald Ash Borer ( Agrilus planipennis ). This is yet another case of a native tree species being functionally eliminated by non-native pests. Lasting effects on forests might be mi...