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Crown shyness

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Botany and Biology

A natural phenomenon called “crown shyness” occurs because the uppermost branches of certain tree species don’t like to touch one another. No one knows for sure if trees are trying to reduce the spread of harmful insects, protect their branches from cracking in the wind, or maximize photosynthesis. This peaceful video captures an aerial view of a canopy moving in the wind.

Also see 27 EXAMPLES OF CROWN SHYNESS

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