Could you be an ‘autumn spotter’? Public asked to track changing colours of trees in England
Summary
Forestry England has started a project called Autumn Leaf Watch to ask people in England to help track when and how the colors of autumn leaves change each year. This information will help scientists understand how the timing of autumn varies across different forests and tree types.Key Facts
- Forestry England manages woodlands in England and started the Autumn Leaf Watch citizen project.
- People can report the main leaf colors they see or track colors on specific tree species like beech, oak, and silver birch.
- Early reports this year show most trees are still green, but some yellow and orange leaves have appeared in certain forests.
- The color change happens as deciduous trees prepare for winter by reducing chlorophyll, revealing yellow, orange, and red pigments.
- The start and progress of autumn leaf color changes depend on daylight, temperature, rain, soil moisture, and tree health.
- This summer was very hot and dry, causing some trees to shed leaves earlier than usual.
- Forestry England hopes the data collected will show how autumn changes differ by region, tree species, and year.
- The project encourages people to get outside and observe trees to help track autumn’s development.
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