"Forest loss" refers to the process of trees and plants in a forest being cut down or removed, resulting in the reduction or disappearance of the forest. Full definition
The study estimated forest loss in the region at just over 20 percent since 1900. (news.mongabay.com)
This trend highlights the importance of using this newer, high - resolution monitoring system for keeping tabs on this growing cause of forest loss. (carnegiescience.edu)
South American rainforests account for nearly half of global forest loss. (sciencedaily.com)