When people think of rainforests, they usually picture tropical jungles near the equator. But certain places outside the tropics receive enough rainfall to support rainforest-like ecosystems. In the ...

Rainforests are usually associated with the humid tropics, but they can appear far beyond the equator. Certain combinations of geography, ocean currents, and wind patterns create environments that ...

These forests are often called “living museums” due to their ability to harbor plant species that have remained unchanged since prehistoric times. From the lush tropical rainforests to the tree groves ...

Australia's tropical rainforests are among the first in the world to start emitting more carbon dioxide than they absorb, scientists said Thursday, linking the "very concerning" trend to climate ...