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How do trees die?

  • Written by Camille Stevens-Rumann, Assistant Professor of Forest & Rangeland Stewardship, Colorado State University
How do trees die?Eventually weather, pests and disease will take their toll, but the story doesn't end there. Emanuel David / 500px via Getty ImagesHow do trees die?

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