Monishree R

LA4015-2

Ecological insights reveal the intricate interplay between tree diseases and environmental factors that drive their spread and impact. Elements like humidity, temperature, rainfall, topography, and vegetation density create conditions conducive to the proliferation of pathogens and pests. These diseases not only weaken individual trees but also disrupt associated species by altering nutrient cycles and facilitating secondary infections. This degradation cascades through the ecosystem, reducing canopy cover, altering microclimates, and destabilizing soil structures. Such changes diminish biodiversity, hinder regeneration, and accelerate forest decline, ultimately leading to a significant loss of ecosystem services, including carbon storage, water regulation, and habitat provision.