Global distribution of temperate rainforests

Western hemlock forest, Gwaii Haanas, Canada

Antarctic beech trees in Lamington National Park, Queensland, Australia

Tree ferns in temperate rainforest in Tasmania, Australia

Temperate rainforests are coniferous or broadleaf forests. They are in the temperate zone, and get heavy rain.

Temperate rainforest often occur in areas which have an oceanic moist climate. They are very notable for their lichen.

In many ways, they are similar to tropical rainforests, but they are in areas that are not as hot.