This giant fallen cottonwood may appear to be an eyesore, or possibly something landowners would want to quickly remove! However, fallen trees and other dead or rotting plants all play a very necessary role in our ecosystems. Dead wood or fallen trees become homes and, in some cases, food to numerous forest critters! To find out more on fallen trees and the great benefits to woodland health check out links below.
https://treesforlife.org.uk/forest/dead-wood/
https://treesforlife.org.uk/forest/forest-ecology/decomposition-and-decay/