Silver Birch are fast growing and short lived. Virtually every tree is infected with the Birch Polypore bracket fungus which ensures a short lifespan
Silver Birch are fast growing and short lived. Virtually every tree is infected with the Birch Polypore bracket fungus which ensures a short lifespan
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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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