World Journal of Forest Research(WJFR)

Department of Forest Resources Management, Nigeria

Publications

• Research Article   
  Identified Factors Affecting Diversity and Regeneration of Tree Species in Shasha Forest Reserve, Ife South, Osun State, Nigeria
  Author(s): Omidiwura F T*, Ajiboye B O, Babalola G F, Alamu L O and Offiong I E
  
  This research examined the diversity and regeneration potential of tree species within Shasha Forest Reserve, Southwest Nigeria, a significant ecological zone with immense biodiversity and socioeconomic value. Tree diversity is a cornerstone of forest ecosystems, influencing nutrient cycling, soil stability, and overall ecosystem resilience. However, factors such as deforestation, habitat fragmentation, and climate change pose substantial threats to the reserve’s ecological balance. This study evaluated tree abundance, species density, and natural regeneration dynamics while identifying anthropogenic pressures, including illegal logging and unsustainable agricultural practices, which exacerbate deforestation and biodiversity loss. Key findings highlighted the role of environmental variables such as climate, and topography in shaping tree diversity patterns and influencing regene.. Read More»
  

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