What are riparian forests?

30.11.24

A riverbank is a transition zone between the river and the land, with specific conditions such as relief, moisture regime and soil. The forests growing on riverbanks are called riparian forests; they contain unique stands with a varied composition of fauna and flora species, ages and distribution.

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