18-Year-Old Naturally Regenerating Forest (IMAGE) University College London Caption 18-year-old naturally regenerating forest (exclusion of fire, some planting of native species) in Kibale National Park, Uganda. The forest supports elephants and many species of monkey after just 18 years. Credit Credit, S. Lewis. Usage Restrictions Credit, S. Lewis. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.