Transition hardwood

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These forests are transitional between central hardwood and northern hardwood forests. Common species may include sugar maple, yellow birch, American beech, eastern hemlock, white pine, red maple, and red oak.

Climate Impact Statements
Some of the common tree species in transition hardwood forests are projected to have similar or increased habitat, including black cherry and yellow-poplar.
Some tree species may decline by the end of the century, including red spruce and balsam fir.
High levels of diversity in transition hardwood forests may increase the ability of forests to adapt to climate change.
Invasive species such as buckthorn, honeysuckle, and garlic mustard are expected to become more problematic under climate change.
Insect pests and forest diseases could become more problematic in transition hardwood forests under a warmer climate.
Changes in herbivore populations may also have substantial effects on forest growth and composition.
Previous human influences, including fragmentation, may have reduced the adaptive capacity of some transition hardwood forests.
Vulnerability
Low
Adaptive Capacity
Moderate-High
Potential Impacts
Supportive
Applicable Sectors
Forest
Forested watershed
Forest Carbon Management
Recreation
Non-Forested Wetlands
Wildlife Management