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temperate rainforest

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[tem-per-it rayn-fawr-ist] / ˈtɛm pər ɪt ˈreɪnˌfɔr ɪst /

noun

temperate rainforests plural
  1. Geography. dense, highly biodiverse forest in temperate regions with high levels of rainfall, such as on the Pacific coast of North America.


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"The high levels of biodiversity and the complexity that we have in our temperate rainforest sites are hugely significant," he said.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Unlike the tropical climate of the Amazon, a temperate rainforest is much wetter and cooler.

From BBC • Aug. 12, 2024

Rain is a part of life in the region, most of which is nestled in the Tongass National Forest, a temperate rainforest.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 20, 2024

The National Trust plans to create vast new areas of temperate rainforest in the south-west of England.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2024

Drive through Stanley Park, over the Lions Gate Bridge, and 10 minutes later, you’ve arrived in a temperate rainforest at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 9, 2023

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