About the Northwestern Coniferous Forest
The northwestern coniferous forest, also called the boreal forest or the taiga, covers a vast area south of the tundra. It spans across Canada, extending into Alaska and down south to the western coasts of Washington, Oregon, and California (shown in orange in the picture on the right). It is typically characterized by thin, poorly drained soils and forests dominated by conifer (evergreen) trees.
The climate of the northwestern coniferous forest consists of long, cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Average precipitation could vary from forty inches per year to ten inches per year in Alaska. Average temperatures range from seventy degrees Fahrenheit in the summer to fifteen degrees or less in the winter.
The northwestern coniferous forest also boasts a great biodiversity. Click here to learn more about the plants and animals of this biome.
Many people go into the northwestern coniferous forest every year for recreational purposes, such as backpacking, camping, or simply to enjoy nature. If you're planning a trip into the wilderness, click here to view a guide on how to survive in this biome.
The northwestern coniferous forest also boasts a great biodiversity. Click here to learn more about the plants and animals of this biome.
Many people go into the northwestern coniferous forest every year for recreational purposes, such as backpacking, camping, or simply to enjoy nature. If you're planning a trip into the wilderness, click here to view a guide on how to survive in this biome.