Explore a remarkable forest of white willow trees that has emerged in the Kakhovka Reservoir, just one year since the reservoir was dried up following the destruction of the dam in 2023 by russian.
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Explore a remarkable forest of white willow trees that has emerged in the Kakhovka Reservoir, just one year since the reservoir was dried up following the destruction of the dam in 2023 by russian.
by Southern_Neck_5189
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Join ecologist Vadim Manyuk as he delves into the ecology of this rapidly growing forest and the fascinating plant species it supports, showcasing the remarkable resilience of nature. The willow trees were the first to colonize the exposed ground because they are pioneer trees that thrive in sandy areas along rivers.
The video shows that the willow trees have grown very tall in just one year. Some have reached 3.5 meters tall. Manyuk says that there are so many trees because the entire reservoir bed was exposed, creating a giant sandy area ideal for willow tree growth.
The video also shows some reeds and other herbaceous plants growing amongst the willow trees. Manyuk says that these plants are unlikely to survive in the long term because they need more water.
The video concludes by discussing the future of the willow forest. Manyuk says that the trees will compete with each other for resources and that over time, the forest will naturally thin out. Some of the weaker trees will die and eventually there will be one large tree per 10 meters.
Watch the full video here: [https://youtu.be/Vn4LfONpGTY?si=kKUppfWYpWFAFstS](https://youtu.be/Vn4LfONpGTY?si=kKUppfWYpWFAFstS)
Despite Russia’s best attempts, life finds a way. Nature like our pals, the Ukrainian people, is resilient and will overcome. Thanks for sharing.
Would be nice if after the war this could become a natural park. At least some positive outcome out of that dam breaking.
This land may now be crossable with mechanized equipment and if not now very soon. Willow roots dry the soils and stabilize/reinforce the ground so now the only barrier between the Ukrainians and the Russian is now a much narrower river.
I bet that is some crazy fertile soil. All those fish carcasses and waste piling up soaking into the earth. Plants will be very happy there nutrient-wise.