Timber resources

Abstract

An introductory scenario regarding the use of human subsistence timber resources based on discussed experiences on the subject in the scientifi c literature will be presented. The aim was to position the reader on general patterns used in ethnobiological studies. However, any generalization on this subject is limited, given the limited scientifi c knowledge accumulated thus far for this theme. Thus, in this short reading, regions where timber forest resource studies are concentrated and the main wood categories and forms of use will be discussed. In addition, factors that infl uence timber forest resource selection and the socio-environmental implications of this activity will be presented.