Tag Archives: Trees

Hallerbos

Posted on March 18, 2015 by lembrechtsjonas

I am preparing half a day course on forest types for the 3d years at our university. The course will be completed with an excursion to the Hallerbos, one of the most beautiful and world-famous forests in Belgium. The forest is known for … Continue reading →

Posted in Belgium | Tagged Beech, Belgium, Ecology, Flanders, Forest, Hallerbos, Hiking, Nature, Nature photography, Photography, Plants, Spring, Teaching, Travel, Trees | 5 Comments

Conquest of a continent – pine invasion in South America

Posted on March 9, 2015 by lembrechtsjonas

San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentinia. The road to the airport is flanked by massive pine trees, blocking the view on the surrounding dry Patagonian steppe. They seem to flourish in this environment, although they are far from home. The new … Continue reading →

Posted in Argentina, Chile | Tagged climate change, Ecology, Forest, Invasion, Photography, Pines, Plant invasions, Plants, Science, South America, Travel, Trees | 7 Comments