Summary attributes of fallen (n = 35) versus downed (n = 35) trees sampled in the greater St. John’s area (Newfoundland, Canada) following Hurricane Igor. Values reported below are mean (±SD).
| Attribute | Fallen trees | Standing trees |
|---|---|---|
| Height (m) | 8.4 (±3.5) | 10.5 (±11.3) |
| DBH (cm) | 25.5 (±11.4) | 16.0 (±8.7) |
| Slenderness ratio (height:diameter) | 0.36 (±0.12) | 0.67 (±0.53) |
| Age | 24.5 (±10) | 33.6 (±17) |
| Distance to nearest standing tree (m) | 3.6 (±2.7) | 3.8 (±3.1) |
| Percent conifers (%) | 68.5 | 65.7 |
| Percent native species (%) | 80.0 | 71.4 |