The Rainforest by Anna Woods

What really is a rainforest?

18woodsa — 2014-09-06 21:25:09 UTC

A rain forest is a forest with a multitude of animal, plant, and insect life. Rain forests remain warm year round. Their temperatures rarely get higher than 98 degrees or lower than 68 degrees F. Rainfall is usually around 100 to 160 inches of rain per year.

Bamboo

18woodsa — 2014-09-06 22:40:13 UTC

You won't need to worry about large tubs of water dragging you down on your trip. Bamboo stalks like the ones pictured here store TONS of water. There will never be a shortage of these plants, as they can grow at a rate of a whole foot in one day. There are more than 1400 species of bamboo in most rainforests!

Coconut Trees

18woodsa — 2014-09-06 23:46:19 UTC

Worrying about food? No need to! Throughout most rain forests, coconut trees provide coconuts for visitors to eat. Many people also believe that the coconut tree is a symbol of romance. Tourists can use the shells as souvenirs, as they can be used for decorative bowls.

Toucans

18woodsa — 2014-09-07 00:35:29 UTC

Tired of the dull colors of the city? The toucan is one of the most popular birds seen in the rain forest! These birds are not aggressive, as they use their large, colorful bills to eat and reach food, not attack. They eat fruits and small insects. Their bills also help to keep them cool. Their bills are filled with air pockets that expand to let in air.

Apes

18woodsa — 2014-09-07 01:13:44 UTC

Most excitingly, visitors will get to meet the closest related mammal to humans---apes! There are many different species of apes, such as chimps, orangutans, and gorillas. They can stand on their two legs, have opposable thumbs, and they are very intelligent.

The Amazon Horned Frog

18lebeauz — 2014-09-07 21:18:59 UTC

Want to see some small animals too? Search the ground because this frog is completely camouflaged to protect itself from predators. It also has its own built-in body armor. Look out for this cool frog!

Flying Lizards

18lebeauz — 2014-09-07 21:29:39 UTC

Want to see strange animals? Watch the skies because we have flying lizards! Using flaps on the sides of their bodies (the patagium) they glide from tree to tree in search of food.

Cacao Tree

18woodsa — 2014-09-07 21:55:16 UTC

For all you chocolate lovers out there, this tree is the producer of our beloved chocolate! These unique trees are 15 to 20 feet tall. Each tree produces 20-60 cocoa beans that are harvested to make chocolate!

Why go to the rain forest?

18woodsa — 2014-09-07 22:40:29 UTC

The best way to experience everything the rain forest has to offer is to plan a cruise on one of the multiple rivers through the forest. You can be guaranteed that your visit will be a memorable one as you eat delicuous fruits, discover amazing creatures, and sleep in the trees' canopies!