What does this research mean for the field?

The Tree-LiMS dataset provides high-resolution multi-temporal data on European beech tree dynamics, enabling insights into architectural and phenological changes under various forest management regimes. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

This research aims to provide high-resolution data on tree dynamics in European beech forests.

March 13, 2026Open Access

Tree-LiMS: a dataset of multi-temporal UAV LiDAR and multispectral data at single-tree level in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) forests of the Alpe di Catenaia, Italy

DBDavide BotticelliCereal Research Centre SISimone InnocentiForestry Research Centre MGMatteo GuastiForestry Research Centre

Key Points

This research aims to provide high-resolution data on tree dynamics in European beech forests.
Utilized UAV LiDAR for precise height and structure data.
Collected multispectral images to monitor phenological changes.
Analyzed data across multiple time points to observe changes.
Assessed the impact of different forest management regimes.
The dataset reveals architectural changes in beech tree structure over time.
Documented phenological shifts correlated with forest management practices.
Provides a reliable resource for ecological research and forest management.

Abstract

Key Message This dataset offers high-resolution multi-temporal data on European beech tree dynamics, collected through UAV LiDAR and multispectral sensors at Alpe di Catenaia, Central Italy. It tracks architectural and phenological changes under different forest management regimes, providing valuable insights for ecological research and forest management. The data can be accessed at https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14650937 , with comprehensive metadata available to facilitate its use and interpretation and a standardised metadatafile at https://metadata-afs.nancy.inra.fr/geonetwork/srv/fre/catalog.search#/metadata/30e8c7be-de64-4a83-8fea-0610feb7f74f .

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