The Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS) is a family of models used for predicting forest stand dynamics (tree growth, mortality, regeneration, management, disturbance, etc.) throughout the United States. The Forest Health Assessment and Applied Sciences Team supports a variety of insect and pathogen models that allow FVS users to incorporate forest pest disturbances into their FVS projections.
The family of FVS models comprises 20 different geographic variants, each calibrated to local conditions. Insect and disease models for FVS are developed and maintained in partnership with Forest Health Protection and the Forest Management Service Center. The models take one of two forms: (1) FVS model extensions, which are integrated into and interact directly with the base FVS model, or (2) keyword component (kcp) files, which contain FVS keywords instructing the base FVS model to perform specific calculations and activities (such as mortality) during a simulation. Availability of insect and disease models varies by FVS variant, as summarized below.
Image represents a stand of Douglas-fir in the Fremont National Forest as simulated with the South Central Oregon Northeastern California variant of the Forest Vegetation Simulator (FVS) and the Dwarf Mistletoe Model. View animation (Opens in new window/tab)
Username: Ajanta Published on 2024-12-25 02:47:51 ID NUMBER: 127787
It's estimated that the world's entire population, 1,000 years ago, was 300,000,000 - about the same number as the United States in 2006. In 1804, eight hundred years after reaching the 300 million mark, the world's population arrived at one billion people for the first time - it then took another century, in 1927, to hit 2 billion. The twentieth century, however, saw the world's population numbers skyrocket; 3 billion in 1959, 4 billion in 1974; 5 billion in 1987, 6 billion in 1998, and then 7 billion by the end of 2011. It was estimated there were 8 Billion(!) of us by the end of 2022. The United Nations estimates the world's population will reach approximately 10 billion by 2100. At this time the world averages around 200,000 births each and every day - the equivalent of one-and-a-half cities the size of Los Angeles being added to the planet every single month! As of this writing China, India, and the United States remain the most populated countries on the planet with India expected to pass up China in 2025...
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In the world of floristry beauty is an everyday thing, but as with most things in life, beauty is often in the eye of the beholder.
Flowers Across Melbourne scoured the globe to find the weirdest flowers in the world so take a seat, grab a drink and get ready to check out 40 flowers that are stranger than fiction.
Posted on February 4, 2015
Flowers That Look Like Something Else
The flower, as a reproductive organ, evolved with one primary purpose in mind – to attract pollinators like insects or birds. This function has driven their astounding evolutionary explosion of distinct colors and shapes, some of which have even come to resemble various recognizable figures, plants or animals. Their stunning colors and biodiversity have attracted another type of creature as well – us.
The Lobster Claw, also known as the False Bird of Paradise and Wild Plantain, is a bold color flower that emerges from clumps of leaves that look like bananas. The captivating reddish flower-like bracts actually hide the plant’s true flowers, which require birds with specialized beaks for pollination. The Lobster Claw can grow up to three and a half feet tall and they bloom several times each year.
Understanding Monkey Spiritual Meaning
In this article, we delve into the profound world of spirituality and explore a fascinating creature’s significance – the monkey. In many cultures worldwide, this playful mammal represents various aspects of life and spiritual growth. From dreams to omen interpretations, we will unwrap the symbolisms linked with our primate friend – the monkey.
Spiritual growth is an inward journey that involves deepening self-awareness, a connection to a higher purpose, and a pursuit of inner peace and enlightenment. Though one might perceive spiritual growth as purely internal, the environment plays an instrumental role in shaping this voyage.
This is one of the off-beat place in Himachal located in the district Mandi about 22 kms from the district headquarters.. This is spiritual place for multiple religions, there are three monasteries, one temple and a gurudwar around the lake..
The history about the lake dates back to roughly around 1200 years.. The lake is also called as Tso Pema named after the Buddhist teacher Padmasambhava.. It had a legendary story which you can find anywhere on internet.. There are few entry points to the lake.. Lake is not maintained well.. There were many sign boards of don't feed fishes, but we could hardly find any fishes near the shore..
This image features a colorful elephant with unique tusks standing in the middle of a circular frame. The elephant's head is tilted slightly to the side, adding an intriguing element to the composition. It appears to be focused on its surroundings, capturing a moment of curiosity and wonder.
