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A rain forest blocks most of the sun before it gets to the dirt.

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What layer of the rain forest does the bromeliads live in?

Bromeliads typically live in the canopy layer of the rainforest, where they can access sunlight for photosynthesis. However, some species of bromeliads can also be found in the understory and forest floor layers of the rainforest.


Why do rain forest trees have broad leaves found high above the forest floor?

Because leaves from an upper canopy high above the forest floor. Also , because trees that grow in the raim forest include species of myrtle,laurel ,palm , rosewood ,mahogany ,and ceder , to name just a few.


What layer of the rainforest does the mandrill live?

Mandrills primarily inhabit the understory layer of the rainforest, although they can also be found in other levels of the forest depending on factors like food availability and habitat structure. They are often seen traveling and foraging on the forest floor or climbing in the lower canopy.


What is the bottom of the rainforest called?

The bottom layer of a rainforest is called the forest floor. It is often dark and covered with fallen leaves, branches, and plants that have decayed over time, creating a nutrient-rich environment for new growth.


How is the forest floor different from the canopy?

The difference between a canopy and rainforest floor would be a canopy covers over the rest of the forest which allows a little bit of sun light like the rain forest floor because it only gets 2 percent of the sun's light umm... what else oh yeah!! trees are covered with small plants and appear to be tied togther with hundreds of vines and also rain forest floor has very little plant life and the area is covered with fallen leaves, seeds, dead flowers, and fruits and branches that decompose really quickly.