Climate change threatens Africa urban trees

There are more than a thousand species that are thought to be in danger, including oaks, maples, poplars, elms, pines, and chestnuts.

Climate change threatens Africa urban trees

According to a new study, more than half of the species of trees are threatened by climate change, which is also endangering their health and survival in metropolitan areas throughout Africa.

According to research published in the journal Nature Climate Change, as the climate warms and becomes drier, trees are under stress in cities all around the world.

Particularly vulnerable are nations like India, Niger, Nigeria, and Togo for trees.

Drought-resistant tree species should be planted, and existing trees should be carefully protected.

There are more than a thousand species that are thought to be in danger, including oaks, maples, poplars, elms, pines, and chestnuts.

Cities are more livable thanks to trees' cooling and shady effects.

The researchers used the Global Urban Tree Inventory - a database recording more than 4,000 trees and shrubs planted in 164 cities - to assess the likely impact of global warming.