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Loser of Climate Change: Common Spruce

Caption: A loser of climate change: Common spruce (Picea abies) is adapted to cool and humid conditions which are projected to prevail in smaller areas of Germany in the future. Water stress can increase the susceptibility of the tree species to pests and storms.

Credit: Photo: Tilo Arnold/UFZ

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