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Equatorial Afrotropics
Region | Subrealm
The Equatorial Afrotropics, straddling the equator, envelops a world of dense rainforests, vast wetlands, and winding rivers. This verdant belt, home to silverback gorillas, vibrant birdlife, and elusive forest elephants, is a symphony of biodiversity at Earth's midsection.
Conkouati-Douli National Park in the Republic of Congo. Image credit: Flicker, CC by 2.0, © Laboureur/Noé