Rainforests © Karen Devine 2010

Where are the Rainforests? Rainforests typically grow in wet and humid zones. Rainforests typically grow in wet and humid zones. Rainforests have rainfall > 1300mm. Rainforests have rainfall > 1300mm.

What are the types of rainforest? The main types of rainforest are: The main types of rainforest are: a) tropical b) mangrove c) temperate d) lowland.

Tropical Rainforests Tropical rainforests are situated between the tropics of Capricorn and Cancer. Tropical rainforests are situated between the tropics of Capricorn and Cancer. Tropical rainforests are dense. Tropical rainforests are dense.

Tropical Rainforests The plants grow closely together and the tall trees form a canopy which generally prevents sunlight from penetrating. The plants grow closely together and the tall trees form a canopy which generally prevents sunlight from penetrating.

Mangrove Rainforests Mangrove forests are found near tropical coastlines and brackish rivers. Mangrove forests are found near tropical coastlines and brackish rivers. Mangrove trees have roots which grow above the water level to prevent saturation. Mangrove trees have roots which grow above the water level to prevent saturation.

Temperate Rainforests Temperate rainforests are located between the tropics and the poles. Temperate rainforests are located between the tropics and the poles.

Temperate Rainforests Temperate rainforests are located in: Temperate rainforests are located in: a) Australia b) North America c) New Zealand.

Question Time? Locate Australia’s rainforests on a map. Locate Australia’s rainforests on a map.