Forests operate as a cohesive community from "summary" of The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben
In the forest, trees do not operate as individual entities, but rather as part of a larger community. They work together, communicate with each other, and support one another in various ways. Through underground networks of fungi, trees are able to share nutrients and information with one another. This symbiotic relationship allows for the survival and thriving of the entire forest ecosystem. When a tree is in distress, it can send out chemical signals through its roots to alert other trees in the area. In response, neighboring trees will adjust their own growth patterns to provide support to the tree in need. This level of communication and cooperation among trees demonstrates the interconnectedness of the forest community. Additionally, trees in a forest will often work ...
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