Water note 25 - The effects and management of deciduous trees on waterways

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Information about the effects of deciduous trees on flora, fauna, erosion, sedimentation and flooding.
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Deciduous trees have been widely planted in many parts of Australia, both as river bank stabilisers and for their attractive ‘European’ appearance. Unfortunately, deciduous trees are not suited to the Australian environment in many ways.

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