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riparian environment

(noun)

riparian environment (noun) — An area where a river/stream interfaces with land (for example, a riverbank).

An area where a river/stream interfaces with land (for example, a riverbank). These areas can be lush and rich in biodiversity—and often cooler than their surrounding environments. They also affect local wildlife and aquatic ecosystems.

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What is riparian environment?

An area where a river/stream interfaces with land (for example, a riverbank). These areas can be lush and rich in biodiversity—and often cooler than their surrounding environments. They also affect local wildlife and aquatic ecosystems.

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