Wet Forest System

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Wet Forest communities are commonly dominated by black ash and northern white-cedar, characterized by seasonally saturated soils connected to groundwater.

Climate Impact Statements
Climate change may alter the hydrology in Wet Forests across northern Minnesota.
Wet Forests are generally tolerant of intermittent wet and dry conditions.
Many Wet Forest species are projected to decrease across northern Minnesota by the end of the century (black ash, northern white-cedar, balsam fir, balsam poplar, and black spruce).
Some Wet Forest species are projected to increase or remain stable across northern Minnesota by the end of the century (red maple, American elm, basswood).
On-going ash decline and the emerald ash borer may pose serious risks to black ash in Wet Forests.
Deer herbivory on preferred species may hinder regeneration.
Climate change may benefit invasive species in Wet Forests.
Vulnerability
High
Adaptive Capacity
Low
Potential Impacts
Very disruptive to ecosystem
External Link
Minnesota DNR Summary Sheet - Wet Forests
Applicable Sectors
Forest [FAR1]
Forest
Forested watershed
Forest Carbon Management
Recreation
Non-Forested Wetlands
Wildlife Management