Forest canopy definition

Forest canopy means a layer or multiple layers of branches and foliage at the top or crown of a forest’s trees.
Forest canopy means areas that are part of a contiguous grove of trees of one acre or larger in area with approximately 60% or greater crown closure, irrespective of whether the entire grove is within 200 feet of the relevant water feature.

Examples of Forest canopy in a sentence

  • Forest canopy is moderately dense and allows light to penetrate, providing rich and diverse vegetation below in the understory of shrubs and bushes.