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Scientists discover Europe's ancient forests were nothing like we imagined

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Scientists discover Europe's ancient forests were nothing like we imagined

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/11/261104012333.htm

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Scientists have uncovered evidence that Europe was dominated for more than 20 million years by open woodlands, colorful meadows, and large grazing animals, not the dense forests long considered its natural state. The surprising discovery challenges modern reforestation strategies, suggesting that planting thick forests could actually harm the biodiversity conservationists hope to protect.

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Scientists have uncovered evidence that Europe was dominated for more than 20 million years by open woodlands, colorful meadows, and large grazing animals, not the dense forests long considered its natural state. The surprising discovery challenges modern reforestation strategies, suggesting that planting thick forests could actually harm the biodiversity conservationists hope to protect.

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  1. First on desk · 11/7/2026, 11:00:22 AM
    Scientists discover Europe's ancient forests were nothing like we imagined
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  2. Update · 11/7/2026, 11:00:22 AM
    Scientists discover Europe's ancient forests were nothing like we imagined
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ScienceDaily reports the following. ENC is republishing it as an attributed briefing, not as independently confirmed fact. If this item is false or incomplete, the responsibility sits with ScienceDaily, which released it. Scientists have uncovered evidence that Europe was dominated for more than 20 million years by open woodlands, colorful meadows, and large grazing animals, not the dense forests long considered its natural state. The surprising discovery challenges modern reforestation strategies, suggesting that planting thick forests could actually harm the biodiversity conservationists hope to protect. Original link: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/11/261104012333.htm

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Scientists have uncovered evidence that Europe was dominated for more than 20 million years by open woodlands, colorful meadows, and large grazing animals, not the dense forests long considered its natural state. The surprising discovery challenges modern reforestation strategies, suggesting that planting thick forests could actually harm the biodiversity conservationists hope to protect.

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