woodlanddwelling
Woodlanddwelling is the practice or state of living in forested landscapes. The term can refer to Indigenous and local communities with long-standing tenure in woodlands, as well as individuals who choose forest-centered lifestyles in modern settings. It encompasses a spectrum from sedentary village life within forests to mobile or seasonal habitation.
Habitats range from temperate and boreal woodlands to tropical rainforests. Dwellings may be simple shelters built
Historically, forest dwelling has been central to many cultures; forests provided food, medicine, shelter, and trade
Contemporary challenges include land rights, legal restrictions, and balancing forest protection with habitation; climate change and