Naturally treeless ecosystems are being replaced by native and non‐native trees worldwide,
often through deliberate afforestation using forestry tree species. By introducing species …

Wildfires are responsible for a substantial loss of forest ecosystem services globally and
represent a major driving force of forest degradation across Latin American and the …

Tree species in the Pinaceae are some of the most widely introduced non-native tree
species globally, especially in the southern hemisphere. In New Zealand, plantations of …

Pinus contorta is considered one of the most invasive tree species worldwide, generating
significant impacts on biodiversity and ecosystems. In several Patagonian ecosystems in …

Biological invasions of plants have profound effects on ecosystem functioning by directly
and indirectly altering soil microbiota, especially when invasive plants co‐invade with their …

Biocultural homogenization entails interwoven losses of native biological and cultural
diversity at local, regional, and global scales. It is a driver and a product of complex and …

The introduction of non-native pine plantations and subsequent pine invasion are
increasingly affecting native and high conservation value forests in the Southern …

Civil society can play a relevant role in supporting local environmental management, as
volunteer efforts can be carried out at low cost and therefore be sustained over time. We …

Tree invasions are increasing globally, causing major problems for biodiversity, ecosystem
services and human well-being. In South America, conifer invasions occur across many …

Abstract Although South America is the fourth largest continent, it houses about 60% of the
global terrestrial life and the highest number of plant species. Besides its great native …