Table 1 Characterization of the study sites (Forest, Range, and Watershed Organization 2011)
Forest sites | Mean temperature (°C) | Mean precipitation (mm) | Soil texture | Slope (%) | Aspect | Managed forest area (ha) | Unmanaged forest area (ha) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dehga | 15.2 | 980 | Loam | 15–25 | N-NE | 71 | 59 |
Vashmerd | 12.7 | 1188 | Loam | 15–30 | N-NW | 34 | 58 |
Lakoobon | 12.3 | 1093 | Clay loam | 20–35 | NW-W | 24.7 | 92 |
Jamand | 10.4 | 753 | Loam | 20–35 | NE-E | 64 | 47 |
Lalis | 8.7 | 731 | Clay loam | 15–35 | NW-W | 67 | 59 |
Shirakones | 8.5 | 1087 | Loam | 20–30 | NW-W | 113 | 126 |