All the trees in the forest are closely connected

Through the mycorrhizae, trees can tell when nutrients or signaling molecules are coming from a member of their own species or not.They can even tell when information is coming from a close relative like a sibling or parent.Trees can also share information about events like drought or insect attacks through their fungal networks,causing their neighbors to increase production of protective enzymes in anticipation of threats.The forest’s health relies on these intricate communications and exchanges.With everything so deeply interconnected,what impacts one species is bound to impact others.