10 interesting examples of "shy crowns" - a phenomenon of trees that avoid contact

The next time you walk through the woods, be sure to raise your head and look up. You may be lucky enough to see a very unusual sight.

This phenomenon has received the poetic name “shyness of crowns”, and it consists in the fact that the upper branches of some trees do not like to touch each other. Such intriguing behavior was first discovered in the 20s of the last century. Since then, researchers have presented various hypotheses to explain this phenomenon. Some believe that this is happening to reduce the spread of harmful insects. Others say that in this way the branches try to protect each other from breaking in the wind. In addition, some scientists suggest that in this way trees optimize light exposure and maximize the process of photosynthesis. However, no one knows for sure why the trees become so “shy" at height. Many speculations on this subject only remind us of how majestic and amazing Mother Nature is.

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