Deforestation-Induced Fragmentation Increases Forest Fire Occurrence in Central Brazilian Amazonia

Amazonia is home to more than half of the world’s remaining tropical forests, playing a key role as reservoirs of carbon and biodiversity. However, whether at a slower or faster pace, continued deforestation causes forest fragmentation in this region. Thus, understanding the relationship b...

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Main Authors: Celso H. L. Silva Junior, Luiz E. O. C. Aragão, Marisa G. Fonseca, Catherine T. Almeida, Laura B. Vedovato, Liana O. Anderson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-06-01
Series:Forests
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/9/6/305