temperate deciduous forests

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Scope note
Temperate forests of broadleaf trees (e.g., oaks, maples, beeches), shrubs, perennial herbs, and mosses in areas that go through four seasons. Examples are in the Eastern United States, Canada, Europe, China, and Japan.
temperate deciduous forests
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024