Skogsområde
Skogsområde denotes a geographic area where forest cover dominates the landscape. In planning and forestry, it is an area classified as forested, with trees, typical understory vegetation, and land uses centered on timber production, conservation, and recreation. Boundaries are often shown on maps by municipalities, county authorities, or private landowners to guide management.
Ecologically, skogsområden support diverse plant and animal life and deliver key ecosystem services such as carbon
Management aims include sustainable timber production, habitat conservation, and public access for recreation. In Sweden, allemansrätten
Challenges include fragmentation, pests, and climate-change impacts, which can alter composition and increase wildfire or drought