What is the primary limitation of using 'selective logging' as a sustainable forestry practice?

The primary limitation of using 'selective logging' as a sustainable forestry practice is the potential for collateral damage to the surrounding ecosystem. Selective logging involves harvesting only certain trees from a forest, typically mature or commercially valuable trees, while leaving the majority of trees standing. While it aims to minimize the overall impact on the forest, the process of removing selected trees can still cause significant disturbance. The construction of roads and skid trails to access and remove the harvested tree....