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Rainforest
...]] characterized by high [[rainfall]], with annual rainfall in the case of tropical rainforests between 250 and 450 centimetres (98 and 177 in), and definition ...rainforests: which are distinct from monsoonal areas of seasonal tropical forest.

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Ziika Forest
...Entebbe]] area, making it a critical area for biodiversity and research in tropical diseases. ...significant milestone in virology and tropical medicine, highlighting the forest's importance in the field of infectious disease research.

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Moquilea platypus
...]. It is native to parts of Central and South America, where it thrives in tropical forests. This species is known for its ecological significance and the role ...gnificant heights, often towering above many other species in the tropical forest canopy. It has a straight trunk with a smooth, gray bark. The leaves of ''M

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Forest
...s a large area dominated by trees. Hundreds of more precise definitions of forest are used throughout the world, incorporating factors such as tree density, ...a, the United States and China). More than half of the world's forests are tropical. Forests account for 75% of the gross primary productivity of the Earth's b

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Forest clearing
'''Forest Clearing''' ...arms, ranches, or urban use. The most concentrated deforestation occurs in tropical rainforests. About 31% of Earth's land surface is covered by forests, and t

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Forest cover by state and territory in the United States
...e, resources for the timber industry, and recreation areas for humans. The forest cover varies significantly across different states and territories due to f ...erto Rico. The [[United States Forest Service]] and other agencies monitor forest cover to manage resources effectively, protect biodiversity, and mitigate t

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Artocarpus altilis
{{Non-timber forest products}} [[Category:Tropical agriculture]]

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Cocoa-nut
{{Non-timber forest products}} [[Category:Tropical fruit]]

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Tigerwood
...d comes from trees in the genus ''Goncalo Alves'', which are native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. ...he sustainability of its sourcing. Illegal logging and the exploitation of tropical forests for valuable woods such as Tigerwood have significant environmental

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Grias
...f flowering plants in the family [[Lecythidaceae]], which is native to the tropical regions of the [[Americas]]. The genus is known for its diverse species, ma ...from Central America through much of South America. They thrive in humid, tropical climates and are often found in lowland rainforests, though some species ma

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Lower Gangetic Plains moist deciduous forests
...ion is characterized by a combination of [[deciduous forest]]s and [[moist forest]]s, which are found primarily in the lower [[Ganges]] River basin. It is a The climate of the Lower Gangetic Plains is classified as a [[tropical monsoon climate]], with high temperatures throughout the year. The area rec

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Rain forest
...y-four acres per minute, or twenty-eight million acres lost annually. Rain forest destruction also means the loss of a wide spectrum of biological life, eros

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Delonix regia
...in English it is given the name Royal Poinciana, Flamboyant, Flame of the Forest, or "flame tree". ...tropical and sub-tropical regions worldwide. It prefers a tropical or near-tropical climate, but can tolerate drought and salty conditions.

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Tropical rainforest
...perature is stable, ranging between 20-25°C (68-77°F) throughout the year. Tropical rainforests cover less than 10% of the Earth's surface, yet they are home t Tropical rainforests are primarily located in the [[Amazon basin]] in South America,

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Afzelia africana
...fzelia africana''' is a tree species of the family [[Fabaceae]], native to tropical Africa. It is commonly known as '''African mahogany''' or '''African oak''' ...variety of habitats, including savannah woodland, dry forest, and gallery forest.

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Dipterocarpus
...and shipbuilding. Dipterocarpus species are also a vital component of the forest ecosystem, playing a crucial role in the habitat by providing food and shel ...the Philippines and the Indonesian archipelago. These trees prefer humid, tropical climates and are often found in primary forests, where they can dominate th

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Teakwood
...[[Laos]], and [[Thailand]], but is now grown in plantations in many other tropical countries. ...and the sustainability of the industry. Many organizations, such as the [[Forest Stewardship Council]], are working to promote sustainable forestry practice

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Atlantic Forest
...]], [[mangrove]] forests, and [[restinga]] (coastal forests). The Atlantic Forest is one of the most [[endangered]] forests in the world, with only about 12% ...imately 200 endemics), and more than 300 [[mammal species]] reside in this forest. Among its notable species are the [[golden lion tamarin]], the [[jaguar]],

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Canellaceae
...[shrubs]], known for their aromatic bark and wood. The family is native to tropical regions of the [[Americas]], [[Africa]], and the [[Caribbean]]. The Canella ...densis'', are native to Africa. These plants grow in a variety of tropical forest habitats, from lowland areas to mountainous regions.

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