Wildfires vs. Timber Harvesting Impact on Bee Communities

Wildfires vs. Timber Harvesting Impact on Bee Communities

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Published on February 13, 2026

Delve into the fascinating world of bee communities in disturbed forests with Dr. Graham Frank, a recent PhD graduate from Oregon State University.  Dr. Frank shares key insights about how bee communities are influenced by different types of disturbances, and what this means for forest management.

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