Guidelines and sample protocol for sampling forest gaps.

J.R. Runkle

doi:10.2737/PNW-GTR-283

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Guidelines and sample protocol for sampling forest gaps.

Informally Refereed

Authors:

J.R. Runkle

Year:

1992

Type:

General Technical Report

Station:

Pacific Northwest Research Station

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2737/PNW-GTR-283

Source:

Gen. Tech. Rep. PNW-GTR-283. Portland, OR: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station

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Abstract

A protocol for sampling forest canopy gaps is presented. Methods used in published gap studies are reviewed. The sample protocol will be useful in developing a broader understanding of forest structure and dynamics through comparative studies across different forest ecosystems.

Keywords

Forest structure, forest canopies, gap dynamics, heterogeneity, natural disturbance

Citation

Runkle, J.R. 1992. Guidelines and sample protocol for sampling forest gaps. Gen. Tech. Rep. PNW-GTR-283. Portland, OR: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station