Forests

biodiversity

Temperate deciduous forests cover a wide range of sizes, from a few hectares to thousands of square kilometers. They are found across the temperate regions of the world, including parts of North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The size of a temperate deciduous forest can vary depending on factors such as climate, topography, and human impact.

== == Boreal forests have long, cold, and dry winters. These are also known by the Russian name taigas. The summers in these forests are moderately warm and moist. They do not last long. There are only about 50-100 frost-free days in a boreal forest. These forestsBoreal forests have long, cold, and dry winters. These are also known by the Russian name taigas. The summers in these forests are moderately warm and moist. They do not last long. There are only about 50-100 frost-free days in a boreal forest. These forests are found in areas of North America and Russia. are found in areas of North America and Russia.
Out of the North, as the weatherman might say in reference to wind direction. another use of the term is Aurora Borealis- popularily Northern Lights, but literally Northern Dawn, Aurora was goddess of the Dawn in Greco-Roman mythology. Also a neat hobby manufacturer- Model Motoring, Famous Aurora Fighters, et al.

Some of the names of trees in the temperate forests are the: oak, beech, maple, shrubs, moss, ferns, lichens , etc...

Deciduous forests include temperate forests found in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia. Some names of deciduous forests include the Eastern Deciduous Forest in North America, the European Deciduous Forest, and the Temperate Deciduous Forest in Asia.

Vampires are often associated with urban settings like cities, where there is a higher density of human populations to prey on. However, some folklore and contemporary fiction depict vampires living in remote locations like forests or isolated areas to avoid detection. Ultimately, it depends on the specific lore or story being considered.

Often described as the Earth's lungs, only in reverse, the tropicalrainforest's take in vast quantities of carbon dioxide (a poisonous gas which mammals exhale) and through the process of photosynthesis, converts it into clean, breathable air. In fact, the tropical rain forests are the single greatest terrestrial source of air that we breathe.
What's truly amazing, however, is that while the tropical rainforests cover just 2% of the Earth's land surface, they are home to two-thirds of all the living species on the planet. Additionally, "nearly half the medicinal compounds we use every day come from plants endemic to the tropical rainforest." If a cure for cancer or AIDS is to be found, it'll almost certainly come from the tropical rainforests.
Norman Myers, in his book, The Primary Source, writes that "tropical rainforests are the Earth's oldest continuous ecosystems. Fossil records show that the forests of Southeast Asia have existed in more or less their present form for 70 to 100 million years. The intensity of life forms is extraordinary: on the order of 1,000 species per square kilometer. By comparison, here in North America, we might only find 100 species in the same space." (2)
The largest rainforests are found in the Amazon Basin of South America, in Western African countries that skirt the equator, as well as South Pacific countries such as Indonesia and the Philippines. Smaller tracts of rainforests exist throughout Central America, parts of Mexico and Hawaii, as well as other islands of the Pacific and Caribbean.
Circling the Earth's equator like a belt, the tropical rainforests maintain a near constant temperature of 80 degrees Fahrenheit and receive anywhere from 160 to 400 inches of rain per year. These favorable weather conditions allow all life forms to flourish year- round. Furthermore, by virtue of their location, the tropical rainforests were spared the extreme loss of life that characterized other regions of the globe during the ice ages. These two factors help explain why the tropical rainforests are home to between 50 and 70 million different life forms.
Tragically, the tropical rainforests are being destroyed at an alarming rate. According to Rainforest Action Network, more than an acre-and-a-half is lost every second of every day (refer to the entries below to see, quantitatively, what that translates into). That's an area more than twice the size of Florida that goes up in smoke every year! "If present rates of destruction continue, half our remaining rainforests will be gone by the year 2025, and by 2060 there will be no rainforests remaining."
Every second . . we lose an area the size of two football fields!
Every minute . . we lose an area 29 times the size of the Pentagon!
Every hour . . . we lose an area 684 times larger than the New Orleans Superdome!
Every day . . . we lose an area larger than all five boroughs of New York City!
Every week . . . we lose an area twice the size of Rhode Island!
Every month . . .we lose an area the size of Belize!
Every year . . . we lose an area more than twice the size of Florida!
At the very least, "with the destruction of the tropical rainforests, over half the plant and animal species on earth, as well as numerous indigenous cultures will disappear forever."(2) If strong and decisive action is not taken immediately to reverse the destruction of this vital ecosystem, the consequences will be catastrophic. In fact, many scientists agree that the earth could very well become uninhabitable for virtually every living species, including humans!
We've consulted some knowledgeable experts in the field of tropical rainforest conservation and come up with some sobering facts that will lend credence for taking immediate action to save the last remaining tropical rainforests. And what might happen if we don't.
B I O - D I V E R S I T Y
. . . "a typical four-mile square mile patch of rainforest contains as many as 1,500 species of flowering plants, 750 species of trees, 125 mammal species, 400 species of birds, 100 species of reptiles, 60 species of amphibians, and 150 different species of butterflies."
. . . "there are more fish species in the Amazon river system than in the entire Atlantic Ocean."
. . . "a single rainforest reserve in Peru is home to more species of birds than the entire United States."
. . . "at least 1/3 of the planet's bird species live in the Amazon rainforest."
. . ."the Andean mountain range and the Amazon jungle are home to more than half of the world's species of flora and fauna."
. . . "at least 1,650 rainforest plants can be utilized as alternatives to our present fruit and vegetable staples."
. . . "37% of all medicines prescribed in the US have active ingredients derived from rainforest plants."
. . . "70% of the plant species identified by the US National Cancer Institute as holding anti-cancer properties come from rainforests."
. . . "90% of the rainforest plants used by Amazonian Indians as medicines have not been examined by modern science."
. . . "of the few rainforest plant species that have been studied by modern medicine, treatments have been found for childhood leukemia, breast cancer, high blood pressure, asthma, and scores of other illnesses."
. . . "a hectare (2.471 acres) of rain forest absorbs one ton of carbon dioxide (CO2) per year."
. . . conversely, "the clearing and burning of the world's rain forest accounts for 20-25% of the CO2 emitted into the atmosphere by man. It therefore could play a significant role in any so called "greenhouse effect" underway in our atmosphere."
THE COST OF RAIN FOREST DESTRUCTION
. . . "almost half of the world's original four billion acres of rainforest are now gone. The lost area equals the combined size of Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada and Arizona."
. . . "in 1500, there were an estimated six to nine million indigenous people inhabiting the tropical rainforests of Brazil. By 1900, that number had dropped to a million. Today, there are less than 250,000 indigenous people left in Brazil."
. . . "man has recently increased nature's "normal" extinction rate by 10,000%. Most of this increase is taking place in the rainforests."
. . . "by conservative estimates, 9,000 species are going extinct each year, most of them from the rainforests."
. . . "we are presently experiencing the largest mass extinction since the demise of the dinosaurs 65 million years ago; only this time it's occurring at a much faster rate."

Giant pandas primarily live in the bamboo forests of central China's Qinling and Minshan Mountains. These forests provide the pandas with their main food source, bamboo, as well as shelter and suitable habitat for breeding.

the ancient redwood is very valuable to home-builders and the rich movie stars and actors want the RARE wood so lots of builders are struggling to get it, also its a shame that it is happing because there are medicines in the rain forest that are being cut and burned AND 55 percent of our oxogyn comes from rasinforests and soon we will have no air to breath in......... - B) ps---- if u want to read something deppresing type into wicki 'what would happen if the sun dissipeared'

Rainforests are characterized by high levels of annual rainfall, dense vegetation, and high biodiversity. Deserts, on the other hand, receive very little rainfall, have sparse vegetation, and are characterized by extreme temperatures. Rainforests are typically found in tropical regions near the equator, while deserts can be found in a variety of regions around the world.

The average temperature in an evergreen forest typically ranges from 50 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. This range can vary depending on the specific location of the forest and the season. Generally, evergreen forests experience mild temperatures due to their location and tree cover.

Wolf the King of the Forest

Loin has the Title of King of the Beast.

Tiger should be the one that should have the title King of the Jungle since most Tiger live in the Jungle more than Loins do.

King of the Sky is Eagle.

The author of the saying "If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?" is often attributed to the philosopher George Berkeley. However, the exact phrase in that form may have originated from a similar idea posed by various thinkers over time.

This phrase means that the forest lands in Gradwitz covered a large area and had a plentiful supply of wild animals for hunting. It suggests that the forest was rich in wildlife and suitable for hunting activities.

Mushrooms and other fungi are commonly found blanketing a forest floor due to their role in breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients in the ecosystem. They thrive in the moist, shaded conditions under the canopy of trees, where they play a vital role in the forest's nutrient cycle.

Male orangutans have large home ranges to find enough food and resources to support their size and energy needs. They roam in search of fruiting trees and potential mates, which are widely dispersed in the forest. Having a large area also helps them avoid competition with other males and allows for successful reproduction.

One popular forest in Kansas is the Cimarron National Grassland, located in the southwestern part of the state. This forest is known for its unique mix of grasslands, sand dunes, and riparian areas, offering a diverse ecosystem for visitors to explore.

Most of the tropical rainforest animals reside in the canopy and its understory housing many species of insects. Insect are the most prevalent animal species.

The world's forests are being lost at an alarming rate due to deforestation, which is primarily driven by agricultural expansion, logging, mining, and urbanization. Deforestation leads to habitat destruction, loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, and contributes to climate change by releasing stored carbon into the atmosphere. Efforts are being made globally to combat deforestation through conservation initiatives, sustainable forest management, and reforestation projects.

The windspeed average of a coniferous forest biome can vary depending on the specific region and local weather patterns. However, in general, coniferous forests tend to experience moderate windspeeds, usually ranging from 4-15 miles per hour on average. These winds play a crucial role in dispersing seeds, aiding in pollination, and regulating temperature within the forest ecosystem.

The Siberian word that means forest is "taiga."

the most advantageous thing would be that the trees need broad leaves to absorb more sunlight.In a Rain forest there is competition for sunlight because of tall trees big canopy making plants' leaves hard to absorb sunlight .With broad leaves they get more sunlight . Rabbits adapt to the forest by their legs because their legs allow them to hop away from their predator.Squirrels also adapt the same way like a rabbit except that a squirrel legs allow them to run fast away from their predator's bear has only one predator and it is winter. Because bears don't like the winters that's why they hibbranate.Fish have a predator too. That is a bear because bear eat them but they have a special thing called gills to help the go away from preditors.Isects like grass hoppers have prey too.But they have strong legs to help them stay away for their predators except for a squirrel because fast legs.

The rain forest animals have to adapt to damp humid environments. For example, a frog's skin has to be moist or it can crack or bleed. An animal who would not be able to survive in a rain forest -- let's say a polar bear-- is used to cold climates and it has thick fur. A dessert animal is used to HOT temperatures such as a lizard. They are basically used to dry areas as the rain forest is wet and rains a lot through the year as the dessert sometimes only gets one small shower a year!!! So the animals in the rain forest have to adapt to the wet weather and aren't like the other animals.... so sadly, the rain forests are being cut down quickly and frequently.

Yes I have a report due tomorrow and I really have to find the subject on this matter, otherwise I will be in some serious poop. So I would really appreciate it if next time the question has already been answered. THXS!!!!!!!