Education 6305 rainforest
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Rainforests are characterized by very high rainfall amounts between 68-78 inches per year. There are two main types of rainforests: tropical and temperate. Tropical rainforests are near the equator while temperate rainforests are located between the tropics and polar circles. Rainforests support high biodiversity and are estimated to contain 45-70% of the world's species, with many still undiscovered. They also play an important role in the Earth's oxygen turnover and carbon cycle. Rainforests have four layers - emergent, canopy, understory, and forest floor - each containing different adapted plants and animals. However, human activities like deforestation are shrinking rainforests and driving many
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Education 6305 rainforest
- 2. Rainforests are characterized by2 Very high rainfall amounts
- 3. Normally between 68-78 inchesDid you know?3
- 4. There are two types4Tropical
- 6. Tropical Rainforests are found in the tropics near the equator. 6
- 7. Temperate Rainforests are found in temperate regions between the tropics and polar circles.7
- 9. That 45-70% of Earth’s species are unique to rainforests.9
- 10. And millions of plants, insects and microorganisms are still undiscovered10
- 11. Did you know?11
- 12. Rainforests are responsible for 28% of Earth’s oxygen turnover (process)12
- 13. Did you know?13
- 14. Rainforests have 4 main layers. Each layer has different plants and animals adapted for life in that area.14
- 15. The Emergent Layer contains a small number of very large trees, called emergents. These trees must withstand hot temperatures and strong winds. 15
- 16. Eagles, butterflies, bats and monkeys live here.16
- 17. The Canopy Layer contains the majority of the large trees. The canopy is home to 50% of all plant species. 17
- 18. The fauna in this layer is similar to that in the emergent layer but more diverse. A 1/4 of all insect species are believed to exsist in the canopy.18
- 19. The Understory Layer or the shrub layer lies between the canopy and the forest floor. Only 5% of sunlight shining on the rainforest reaches the understory.19
- 20. The leaves in this level are much larger making a great home for insects. This layer is also home to birds, snakes, lizards, jaguars, boa constrictors and leopards to name a few. 20
- 21. The Forest Floor Layer is the bottom layer of the rainforest. There is little vegetation here because it receives only 2% sunlight.21
- 22. Did you know?22
- 23. More than half of the world’s species of plants and animals are in the rainforest.23
- 24. Rainforests support various types of species including mammals, reptiles, birds, invertebrates. Fungi is also very common.24
- 25. Did you know?25
- 26. We use the Rainforest forTimberAnimal products (meat, hides)Tourism destinationsFoodMedicines (¼ of medicines have been discovered here)26
- 28. We affect the RainforestHuman induced deforestation plays a significant role in the future of the rainforest. Due to the heavy logging the rainforests are shrinking.28
- 29. This causes many species to be driven to extinction. Biologists estimate extinction is happening at a rate of 50,000/ year. 29
- 30. Did you know?30
- 31. You can help save the RainforestRecycle everything you can!Use cold water when possible!Reuse grocery bags!Store things in reusable containers!Don’t leave water running!Put up birdfeeders!Watch out for wildlife!31
- 32. By:Rachel KellarSources:Save the RainforestRainforest Facts32