Gap (ecology)

Gap (ecology)

In ecology, a gap or canopy gap is an opening in the forest canopy structure devoid of large trees. Gaps are formed after large trees die and fall and allows the regrowth trees and other plants as the shade is removed.

ee also

*Glade (geography)
*Disturbance
*Ecological succession
*Forest ecology


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