Many of the dominant tree species are projected to have similar or increased habitat, including American elm, eastern cottonwood, and silver maple.

This forest system contains many tree species that are tolerant of warmer temperatures and are located in the central to northern portion of their range in New England and northern New York. Multiple forest impact models tend to agree that these species are likely to increase in suitable habitat and biomass across a range of climate scenarios by the end of the century. Species such as American elm, eastern cottonwood, and silver maple are expected to gain suitable habitat across the assessment area under a range of climate futures.