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"Beeches, spruce, and oaks all register pain as soon as some creature starts nibbling on them. When a caterpillar takes a hearty bite out of a leaf, the tissue around the site of the damage changes. In addition, the leaf tissue sends out electrical signals, just as human tissue does when it is hurt. However, the signal is not transmitted in milliseconds, as human signals are; instead, the plant signal travels at the slow speed of a third of an inch per minute. Accordingly, it takes an hour or so before defensive compounds reach the leaves to spoil the pest’s meal. Trees live their lives in the really slow lane, even when they are in danger. But this slow tempo doesn’t mean that a tree is not on top of what is happening in different parts of its structure. If the roots fi nd themselves in trouble, this information is broadcast through- out the tree, which can trigger the leaves to release scent com- pounds. And not just any old scent compounds, but compounds that are specifi cally formulated for the task at hand.


This ability to produce different compounds is another feature that helps trees fend off attack for a while. When it comes to some species of insects, trees can accurately identify which bad guys they are up against. The saliva of each species is different, and the tree can match the saliva to the insect. Indeed, the match can be so precise that the tree can release pheromones that summon specifi c benefi cial predators. The benefi cial predators help the tree by eagerly devouring the insects that are bothering them. For example, elms and pines call on small parasitic wasps that lay their eggs inside leaf-eating caterpillars. As the wasp larvae de- velop, they devour the larger caterpillars bit by bit from the inside out. Not a nice way to die. The result, however, is that the trees are saved from bothersome pests and can keep growing with no further damage. The fact that trees can recognize saliva is, inci- dentally, evidence for yet another skill they must have. For if they can identify saliva, they must also have a sense of taste."


Happy reading, everyone. Enjoy Spring, and take a walk in the woods!


Publisher Letter Friends,


I'm currently reading a fascinating book, called The Hidden Life of Trees : What They Feel, How They Communi- cate by Peter Wohlleben. The author, a German forester, has researched and detailed how trees nurture each other and communicate. Tree families sup- port mutual growth, share nutrients with those who are sick or weak, warn each other of impending danger and contribute to a resilient ecosystem. Below is an excerpt from the book, which I encourage you to read, especially if you like to walk in the woods!


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