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In this episode of Talking Trees, we explore the pioneering work of Frans Vera, a Dutch ecologist whose theories on wood pastures and large herbivore grazing have reshaped our understanding of European landscapes. Vera's grazing ecology hypothesis challenges the traditional view that Europe was historically covered by dense forests, proposing instead that large herbivores like bison, deer, and wild cattle maintained open wood pasturesāa dynamic mosaic of grasslands, shrubs, and forests.
We discuss his influential book "Grazing Ecology and Forest History" (2000), which argues that prehistoric Europe was shaped by herbivore-driven disturbance, allowing for greater biodiversity and the coexistence of trees and open spaces. This theory has practical implications for rewilding projects, such as the Oostvaardersplassen nature reserve in the Netherlands, where large herbivores are used to manage landscapes naturally.
Additionally, we highlight Veraās recent research on green infrastructure, including the role of biodiverse green roofs and walls in capturing fine particulate matter and improving urban air quality.
Join us as we explore Veraās transformative ideas on ecological restoration, landscape management, and how understanding past ecosystems can help shape the future of biodiversity conservation.
Background information:
- GrazingEcologyandForestHistory-2000.pdf
- Dr Frans Vera (born Franciscus Wilhelmus Maria Vera; Amsterdam, 4 June 1949)
- Vera et al. 2021. Effects of biodiversity in green roofs and walls on the capture of fine particulate matter.pdf
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In this episode of Talking Trees, we explore the pioneering work of Frans Vera, a Dutch ecologist whose theories on wood pastures and large herbivore grazing have reshaped our understanding of European landscapes. Vera's grazing ecology hypothesis challenges the traditional view that Europe was historically covered by dense forests, proposing instead that large herbivores like bison, deer, and wild cattle maintained open wood pasturesāa dynamic mosaic of grasslands, shrubs, and forests.
We discuss his influential book "Grazing Ecology and Forest History" (2000), which argues that prehistoric Europe was shaped by herbivore-driven disturbance, allowing for greater biodiversity and the coexistence of trees and open spaces. This theory has practical implications for rewilding projects, such as the Oostvaardersplassen nature reserve in the Netherlands, where large herbivores are used to manage landscapes naturally.
Additionally, we highlight Veraās recent research on green infrastructure, including the role of biodiverse green roofs and walls in capturing fine particulate matter and improving urban air quality.
Join us as we explore Veraās transformative ideas on ecological restoration, landscape management, and how understanding past ecosystems can help shape the future of biodiversity conservation.
Background information:
- GrazingEcologyandForestHistory-2000.pdf
- Dr Frans Vera (born Franciscus Wilhelmus Maria Vera; Amsterdam, 4 June 1949)
- Vera et al. 2021. Effects of biodiversity in green roofs and walls on the capture of fine particulate matter.pdf
Send us a text
Buzzsprout
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- all episodes with subscription
- https://talkingtrees.arboristika.cz/
HeroHero
- all episodes with subscription
- https://herohero.co/talkingtrees
Arboricultural academy
- https://arboristickaakademie.cz
Podcast is created using AI tools.