Boreal (or coniferous) forests occur in northern climes with long, cold winters and short summers. They are among the world's densest forests. Canada's boreal zone is home to threatened wood bison ...

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As a result, the tree roots can’t get as deep underground. Natural coniferous forests are still great for wildlife though. Deciduous or broadleaf forests are made up of trees with wide flat leaves.

A recent study urges the conservation of older forests and warns against clear-cutting near goshawk nesting sites in Estonia.

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This lowland coniferous community is associated with wet, seasonally saturated, humic soils, typical of bogs and poorly drained areas. Water levels and drainage are the primary factors influencing ...

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Two Oregon bats will participate in this year's Bureau of Land Management Bat Beauty Contest. Here's what to know about the bats.