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Effects of selective logging on a semideciduous seasonal forest

The objective of this study was to evaluate the sustainability capacity of a logging native forest based on the knowledge of its structure before and after logging, aiming to determine measures to minimize the impacts caused by harvesting on the remaining vegetation. It was observed an increase in the number of families and species two years after logging at the adult level, i.e., DBH > 5 cm, due to ingrowth, the same not being observed in the lowest level. The distribution pattern was affected by logging but due to the dynamism of the forest, it should be evaluated before the next logging.

Selective logging; floristic composition; Semidecidual Seasonal Forest


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