What are the consequences of the appearance of many paths in the forest?

The appearance of paths in the forest is a convenience only for people. This has a negative effect on the forest. The top layer of the soil is compacted, it is more difficult for plants to germinate, and this leads to the death of undergrowth, grass, mushrooms. The compaction of the soil makes it harder for plants with shallow root systems to grow. With the appearance of paths, the number of nesting places for birds in the grass, the life of small animals (hedgehogs, hares, mice, etc.) decreases. This causes irreparable harm to the forest ecosystem.