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The Rainforests of AtsinananaThis is a summary of biodiversity of the rainforests of the Atsinanana in Madagascar and the threats to this special resource.
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Rainforests: Our Survival Depends on ThemFacts about rainforests and how we benefit from them each and every day.
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Visit the Rainforests on the Olympic PeninsulaDespite its overall temperate climate, Washington State is home to two rainforests located on the Olympic Peninsula. To visit them is to step into a landscape that is unusual in the United States. -
Important Facts You Should Know About the Tropical RainforestsSome interesting and important data about the current plant life, wildlife, and people of the Tropical Rainforests and the effect is having on our world.
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Deforestation in Borneo: Why You Should CareBorneo's rainforests are the home of the world's largest flower, the world's largest carnivorous plants, and the world's largest orchid. The most famous resident of the rainforests is the orangutan. But these rainforests are disappearing.
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Happy Markets, Happy ForestsPolitical leaders have come around to saving the rainforests, now let business leaders figure out how
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Report from 2050: Livestock Production Breaks Safe ThresholdRainforests and thousands of species wiped out as human demand for animal flesh finally exceeds Earth's limits (from "Reports from 2050," a series of imagined reports from the year 2050, supported by current news, discoveries and scientific predictions). -
The AhoolA large bat-like creature has been spotted in the rainforests of Java.
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DeforestationThe United Nations estimates that tropical rainforests are being cut at the rate of 15,000 square miles a year. Estimates suggest this results in a loss of 50,000 species a year, most undiscovered at the time of their extinction.
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A Cannibalistic Society in New GuineaThere are still many tribes today who are primitive in their ways. Perhaps the most primitive--and shocking--characteristic that still haunts the rainforests of West Papua, is cannibalism.
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Ways to Save Money by Offsetting Your Carbon FootprintGoing green simply makes sense. With pollution on the rise, global warming on the horizon, and our rainforests being devastated, we must... -
The Six Best Places to Visit in the Gold Coast of AustraliaThe Gold Coast of Queensland is one of the most stunning regions of Australia, home to 43 miles of beaches and an amazing 386 square miles of world-heritage protected rainforests.
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Rainforest Life ZonesA rainforest is one of the most intriguing locations on the Earth. Rainforests are normally divided in five identifiable zones commonly known as layers.
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Health Benefits of Taheebo TeaThe various health benefits of taheebo tea have been known mostly by tribesmen in the South American rainforests for thousands of years. One of the health benefits of Taheebo tea is its anti-bacterial properties.
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Fruit-Eating Tropical Birds that Help the RainforestTropical birds that eat fruit are significant contributors to rainforest biodiversity. Find out how these colorful birds help tropical rainforests to survive and thrive. -
Things to Do in Kota KinabaluThe tropical rainforests of Kota Kinabalu offer several attractions just minutes from the city center. Kota Kinabalu city offers adventuresome hikes, island hopping, orangutan encounters and visits to floating mosques.
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Hiker’s Paradise: The Waitukubuli National Trail in the Caribbean Island of DominicaThe 115 miles Trail includes sulphur springs, rainforests, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, flora and fauna, Carib Indian villages, 18th century ruins, national parks
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The Wild Side of Puerto Rico: Rainforests & Glowing WatersFlying to the island of Vieques from mainland Puerto Rico (of course, itself an island) doesn’t take very long; in fact, blink and you just about miss it. The props start turning, we lift off the runway strip, and barely have enough time to get up.
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America's Northwest Coastal RainforestOf the remaining temperate rainforests left in the world, America's northwest coast is the largest. It stretches from Alaska's Kodiak Island, along British Columbia and south along Washington, Oregon and California's coastline to the Redwood Forest. -
Is Muira Puama the Most Powerful Aphrodisiac?This article aims to answer the question - is Muira Puama the most powerful aphrodisiac? Indigenous people of the Amazon rainforests, especially the Rio Negro area, use Muira Puama for the treatment of sexual dysfunction.
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The Rape of the RainforestsThe tropical rainforest, as we now call it, seemed immense'"and almost indestructible. It was not. The rainforest first began to disappear from the Caribbean islands.
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The Acai Berry Diet - Does it WorkAcai berry is a fruit native to the rainforests of South America. Like most fruits, there are some benefits to be found. Acai has been toted as the new super food by distributors. The question is: Does it help you lose weight?
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Great Western Road Trip: The Roads and Scenery of Washington StateWashington is a state of great contrasts and beauty. In the northwest corner of the United States, Washington has both lush rainforests and harsh deserts. It's even close enough to make short excursion into Canada and it all makes for a very scenic drive. -
Queensland Walking TrailsWalking the Queensland Trails offers some of the most picturesque bushwalking experiences in Australia.There is such a diversity of walks to choose in SE Qld with wide coastlines, rainforests, waterfalls, mountains and vast plains all within driving distance from Brisbane.
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Discover Cairns - Top 7 Caravan ParksA tropical haven of sandy beaches, palm trees, reef islands and rainforests, Cairns is the perfect location for a Queensland holiday. The benefits of travelling by campervan go on and on,
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Animals of AfricaThe Bonobo share 98.4% of human genetic make-up. The Bonobo resemble the Chimpanzee and are found in the lowland rainforests of Congo.
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Where to Explore the World's Eco-ResortsEco-resorts offer a fresh perspective on traveling through rainforests and untouched riverbanks of the world, and you can go beyond an eco-safari to take in nature at its best. Here's where to go.
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The World's Largest Flower: Rafflesia ArnoldiiKnown as the largest individual flower on earth, the Rafflesia arnoldii is only naturally occurring in the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra (where the other largest flower cluster, the Corpse Plant, lives) in the Indonesia Archipelago.
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13 Things Worth SavingA list of certain things that should not fall by the wayside.
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Deforestation - What Landslides, Hurricanes, and Global Warming Have in CommonAll over the world, the effects of deforestation are being felt. What will it take to halt the alarming trend of deforestation in the world's last rainforests?
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Four Natural Photo Ops in Victoria, AustraliaWhile spending a year studying abroad in Australia, I had the chance to travel and see some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. Here, I highlight four locations in Victoria, Australia that will make you and your camera smile. -
Giant Snake Bones Found in Colombia Twice as Long as an AnacondaThe bones of a giant snake, a prehistoric monster snake, have been unearthed in Colombia. Named Titanoboa cerrejonensis, the giant snake's bones indicate that it grew to nearly 43 feet in length. Even Hollywood didn't see this monster coming... -
Acai Berry Blast ReveiwHow Acai Blast is different than other Acai products. An amazing discovery in the diet world is the acai berry. Found in Brazil in the rainforests, the acai berry is from the Amazon palm tree.
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The Majestic Big Leaf Mahogany - Is it on the Verge of Extinction?Exploitation of the rainforests has not only caused harm to animals, it has caused a shortage of trees used for furniture, musical instruments, and other items. The Big Leaf Mahogany has only recently been added to the endangered species list. -
Steakhouses of AustraliaAustrailia is known for its mega-diverse country, rainforests, and wide range of habitats, and it is also known for some of the world's finest steakhouses.
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Acai Diet for MenAcai berries have grown in the rainforests of Brazil where they have been cropped and used as a food source. Over time, athletes discovered that there are huge advantages to eating Acai foods like increased energy and augmented metabolic function.
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Save Our Planet from Global Warming: Re-Forest the Rain ForestThe rainforests of the world are being destroyed at an unprecedented rate using "slash and burn" techniques. The loss of the rainforests has several consequences. One way to save our planet from global warming is to re-forest the rain forest.
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Taking a Vacation to "Switzerland" of Latin American: Costa Rica!This article will give my reader a descriptive overview about traveling to Costa Rica. I actually have a first hand experience of traveling there. I was there for 1 month; it was everything it was described to be!
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Great Kapok Tree: Celebrating Women Taking the Lead to Save Our PlanetThis book does a wonderful job of teaching children about the importance of preserving rainforests and their world.
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Edible Plants with Origins in the RainforestMany of our favorite edible plants have their origin in the tropical rainforests.
