Decomposition in the ecosystem

From Forest Preserves Site: ( http://fpdcc.com/did-you-know-dead-trees-play-an-important-role/ )

 

“While dead trees may not be the most attractive part of a forest, they are essential to its health. As dead wood is decomposed (by fungi, bacteria and other life forms) it aids new plant growth by returning important nutrients to the ecosystem. And those seemingly dead trees are actually teeming with life!”