Rainforests

There are 2 different types of rainforests: temperate and tropical. Tropical rainforests can be found in warmer areas whilst temperate rainforests are found in cooler climates. Rainforests have a large annual rainfall and are therefore very moist places.

They are homes to many native animals and plants. A variety of wildlife can be found in different rainforests all over the world.

Different layers of the rainforests are homes to different species. The emergent and canopy layers are the highest; bats and monkeys can be found there. The understorey, where goannas, possums and snakes live, is below this. The forest floor is home to tigers and boars.Termite mounds begin here and extend to the understorey. These are just a few examples of the variety of creatures living amongst the ancient trees.

Unfortunately, this habitat is being cleared and some animals are being poached. This affects human beings because the rainforests provide us with medicines, food, oxygen and clears carbon dioxide and fumes from the air. It is also important to preserve the environment. Many rainforests are now tourist attractions. This helps educate people so they will realise that deforestation is bad for all living things.