When was the Boreal Forest of Alberta discovered?

Answer 1

The Boreal Forest of Alberta, part of Canada's extensive boreal forest biome, has been known and utilized by Indigenous peoples for thousands of years. European exploration and documentation of the region began in the 18th century, with significant attention drawn to the area's ecology and resources during the 19th century. However, the formal scientific study and classification of the Boreal Forest ecosystem occurred in the 20th century as ecology emerged as a distinct field.