Sentences with phrase «rich forest»

The country contains the most carbon - rich forests in the world.
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Greenpeace, which warns of an imminent «climate bomb» due to the destruction of rich forests and peat bogs that currently serve as a massive carbon sink, reports groups such as the World Wildlife Fund, Conservation International, and Flora and Fauna International have joined them in calling for an end to the conversion of forests to croplands for the production of biofuels
Several National Parks also include the mainland interior which is covered with rich forest and features refreshing rock pools, waterfalls, caves, hot springs and nature reserves with walking trails.
With the «shoot - em - up» genre being over saturated with lone pilots battling in the dark void of space against an alien horde, you are piloting your dragon through rich forests, caverns, and dungeons.
In rich forest soils of moist valleys, dense forests, thickets, by streams and near shaded moist rocks in China.
Scientists encountered this reticulated glass frog, Hyalinobatrachium valerioi, in the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica, one of the most biologically rich forests in the world.
In 1982 Melvin Ember of Yale found that certain ecosystems are so stable and benign that families remain intact throughout the year, farming their plot of land or hunting and gathering in the surrounding rich forest.
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The territory was named Nouvelle France (New France); but the King lost interest when no minerals of value were found and left expansion of the resource - rich forest lands, fur trading routes and coastal fishing areas to chartered companies such the French Trading and Colonization Company of New France.
Enjoy multi-day or day trips to the wildlife - rich forest while basing yourself here with delicious cuisine and nightlife waiting for your return.
Rich forests flush with life fill the south of the map and treacherous mountains and blizzards rage in the east.
The Oka Trees of Hope project sets out to return up to 300 acres of degraded land to a biodiversity rich forest and fruit orchard.
They used Amsterdam Green mixed with a little Louis Blue to reach this stunningly rich forest green.
The discovery of the Sciaphila yakushimensis, nurtured by the fungi and the nutrient - rich forests in which it grows, should make us reaffirm the value of Yakushima's lowland primeval forests.»
Held on June 7, the course weaves through rich forest, waterways, and marshes, highlighting the region's flora and fauna.
However, the potential rewards from getting it right stretch beyond the emission reductions themselves and include the sustainable development of forest - dependent communities and the conservation of some of the world's richest forest ecosystems.
Aucuba japonica, commonly called spotted laurel, [2] Japanese laurel, [2] Japanese aucuba [2] or gold dust plant (U.S.), is a shrub (1 — 5 m, 3.28 - 16.40 ft) native to rich forest soils of moist valleys, thickets, by streams and near shaded moist rocks in China, Korea, and Japan.
Ours was located on the edge of a rich forest, which would come alive vibrantly in the spring.
In species - rich forests, every tree has random neighbours.
As disastrous as these events have been for people, some scientists have also voiced concern about the country's rich forests and wildlife.
In terms of biology, it is one of the richest forests in the world, boasting at least 100 mammal species, 400 bird species and 3,000 plant species.
Especially if older, more carbon - rich forests are cleared to make room for faster - growing, easier - to - harvest trees, then even more carbon must be stored away to make up the difference.
Speaking in a Cabinet meeting, the president directed that there would be no more licensing for concessions on peat lands, a review of existing licensing, and the creation of a program to restore the carbon - rich forests, Indonesian media report.
Mangroves among the most carbon - rich forests in the tropics Donato, D.C., Kauffman, J.B., Murdiyarso, D., Kurnianto, S., Stidham, M., & Kannimnen, M. Nature Geoscience.
Though some of the most carbon - rich forests in the U.S. exist in national forests in the Pacific Northwest, national park officials throughout the region are talking about the parks» role in storing carbon in a warming world.
Tailored GUCCI bomber jacket comes in a rich forest green soft leather and features a high ribbed knit collar with internal stripe pattern, zip up front, double zip pockets, and logo em...
The road into Cannon Beach snakes off Highway 101 and winds its way through the rich forest before quietly entering the town.
the rich forest contains a wealth of bromeliads, mosses and ferns.
Long a popular destination for Japanese travellers looking for a relaxing beach break, Okinawa is becoming one of the most sought after destinations to travel too, and we can certainly understand why with it's coral reefs providing great snorkelling and diving spots, and the rich forests offering a chance to view rare flora and fauna.
It offers Coral Sea beaches of pristine white sand, wildlife and rich forests, wetlands and spring fed lakes.
And great wildlife - rich forests with 16 interlinked lakes mark it out as one of Europe's most beautiful destinations.
A cruise to Costa Rica reveals the Central American nation's rich forests and untouched coastlines.
The park is one of the most wildlife - rich forests in Africa and there are many animals to see.
Overnight at Sirena Station (dorms or tents)(BLD) Day 6: We explore the wildlife - rich forests, rivers and beaches around Sirena before then refreshing ourselves in the crystal clear waters of the Rio Claro.
Many would agree that the beaches of Isabela are the main attractions, but Isabela is also home to other works of Nature such as the beautiful Guajataca River, a rich forest, and unique natural sites.
For the entire two - day journey, you are surrounded as far as you can see by towering mountains, abundant wildlife, rich forests and shimmering rivers.
Day 6: We explore the wildlife - rich forests, rivers and beaches around Sirena before refreshing ourselves in the crystal clear waters of the Rio Claro.
Running across weekends throughout April, those lucky enough to get into this early beta phase will be able to explore the rich forest environments of the city state of Gridania in the world of Final Fantasy XIV, with new features such as PC gamepad support and personal Chocobo mounts, as...
Aucuba japonica, commonly called spotted laurel, [1] Japanese laurel, [1] Japanese aucuba [1] or gold dust plant (USA), is a shrub (1 - 5m) native to rich forest soils of moist valleys, thickets, by streams and near shaded moist rocks in China and Japan.
«The loss of Sumatra's carbon - rich forest ecosystems is not just Indonesia's problem — this affects the environmental health of the entire planet,» added Tomasek.
If these carbon - rich forests could be protected too, then large emissions of carbon to the atmosphere could be prevented,» said study co-author Katherine Roucoux of the University of St Andrews in a statement.
Environmental groups, however, decry «gaping loopholes» in the moratorium, which they contend leave open the door to further destruction of wildlife - rich forests.
One of its newest Help Build ™ projects, Oka Trees for Hope aims to restore up to 300 acres of degraded land to a mixture of biodiversity - rich forest and fruit orchards.
The Luangwa River is a pivotal lifeline for some of the richest forest areas in the entirety of Africa.
All told, illegal logging alone has destroyed 10 million hectares of Indonesia's rich forests, an area the size of Virginia in the United States.
Aside from the main greenhouse gas contributor of fossil - fuel burning, the forestry sector can play a part — especially carbon - rich forests that are being cleared rapidly on a global scale, such as mangroves.
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