Temperate Forest - Zaire and Leo

Facts :

1. The forest biome is divided into 5 different zones.

2.  Recieves 30-60 inches of rain each year, also ranked second of most rainest biome.

3. Soil is highly fertile and rich with nutrients.

4.  4 seasons; each last about 3 months

5. Average temperature is 50 degrees F.

Plants and Animals -

Plants : 

Most have three levels of plants. Lichen, moss, ferns, wildflowers and other small plants can be found on the forest floor. Shrubs fill in the middle level. Trees like maple, oak, birch, magnolia, sweet gum and beech tree make up 3rd level.

Animals :

Mammals, reptiles, birds. Deer, squirrels and wild boar are most common. Also American Black Bear, cougar, Eagle, Elk .