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Strangler figs are a type of fig tree that begin their life as epiphytes, germinating in the canopies of other trees. As they grow, they send down roots that eventually reach the ground, allowing them to absorb nutrients and water. Over time, these roots encase the host tree, which can lead to its decline and death as the strangler fig becomes dominant. The mature strangler fig then produces figs that attract birds and other animals, facilitating its reproduction and dispersal.
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Why are strangler figs endangered?
No
Why do strangler figs strangle other trees?
strangler figs strangle other trees to get to the top of the canopy to get more light
Are strangler figs fatal?
YES
How are strangler figs affected by deforestation?
I'ts life, It's seeds, It's species, and Its' home
Why are the strangler figs called the strangler?
beacause it raps around the tree or plant.So it looks like a strangler
Why are strangler figs called the strangler fig?
beacause it raps around the tree or plant.So it looks like a strangler
Why are strangler figs important?
coz they areee
Do sloths eat strangler figs?
boobs
How do seeds of Strangler Figs get into the branches of host trees?
Either a monkey or a bird drops the seed of the strangler fig.
Are strangler figs a parasite?
Strangler figs are not parasites in the traditional sense, but they do exhibit a form of parasitism known as hemiparasitism. They start life as epiphytes, growing on other trees, and eventually send roots down to the ground, encasing and often killing the host tree as they mature. While they derive nutrients from the host, strangler figs can also photosynthesize, allowing them to survive independently once established. Thus, they have a complex relationship with their host that can be detrimental but is not purely parasitic.
Do strangler figs live in the emergent layer of the rainforest?
Yes, they form some of the largest trees in the forest.
Are strangler figs found in the tropical rain forests?
yes i think so
