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The Silent Language of the Wood Wide Web
We often think of trees as solitary giants, competing for sunlight and space. But beneath your feet, a hidden social network is buzzing with activity. Scientists call it the "Wood Wide Web."
This network is made of mycorrhizal fungi, tiny threads that wrap around tree roots. In a single teaspoon of forest soil, there can be miles of these fungal networks. Through this connection, trees don’t just sit side-by-side; they communicate. Older "Mother Trees" use the network to send excess sugar to smaller saplings that are struggling in the shade. When a tree is attacked by beetles, it releases chemical signals through the fungi, warning its neighbors to boost their immune defenses before the pests arrive.
What’s even more fascinating is the sense of "memory" in this system. Experiments have shown that trees can recognize their own kin, sending more nutrients to their "children" than to strangers. It turns out the forest is less like a collection of individuals and more like a single, intelligent organism. Next time you walk through a park, remember: there is a profound, supportive conversation happening right under your boots.
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