sumatra tropical rainforest
states: [indonesia]
category: natural
year: 2004
location: Provinces of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, Sumatra Utara (North Sumatra), Jambi, Sumatra Barat (West Sumatra), Sumatra Selatan (South Sumatra), Bengkulu, and Lampung on the Island of Sumatra
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: -2.5000000000, 101.5000000000
The Sumatra Tropical Rainforest, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Indonesia, is renowned for its rich biodiversity and ancient ecosystems. This protected region is home to rare species like the Sumatran orangutan, tiger, and rhinoceros, thriving within its lush, dense forests. Its global significance lies in its role as a critical conservation area, preserving unique flora and fauna for scientific study and environmental balance.
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