Study reveals deer inhibit trees but raise plant diversity
February 16, 2026
February 16, 2026
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Study reveals deer inhibit trees but raise plant diversity
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Twenty years ago, Cornell researchers established experimental plots meant to mimic abandoned agricultural land on university-owned parcels in Dryden, NY. Half of the plots were surrounded by fencing that excludes deer, and half were left open.
"All six of our plots where deer have been . . .
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Study reveals deer inhibit trees but raise plant diversity
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Twenty years ago, Cornell researchers established experimental plots meant to mimic abandoned agricultural land on university-owned parcels in Dryden, NY. Half of the plots were surrounded by fencing that excludes deer, and half were left open.
"All six of our plots where deer have been . . .