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Biological diversity

Definition(s)

A forest ecosystem is a dynamic complex of plant, animal and micro-organism communities and their abiotic environment interacting as a functional unit, where trees are a key component of the system. Humans, with their cultural, economic and environmental needs, are an integral part of many forest ecosystems. (Source: CBD)

Hierarchy

Broader: Ecosystems
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In other languages

French
ecosystème forestier
Russian
экосистема леса
Spanish
ecosistema forestal
Arabic
النظام الإيكولوجي للغابة

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Multilateral environment agreements tagged with Forest ecosystems

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World Heritage Convention