Research/Project ResultsTropical Rainforest BiomeBandung, Page 5 |
Biotic DataThroughout the day, approximately 4 groups of monkeys were observed, with 10-20 monkeys per group. They appeared to be very territorial. Monkey watching was a highlight of the day. We primarily observed them fighting amongst their individual groups. They inhabited the canopies of the trees and rarely came down to ground level. They are territorial and live in groups. We also notice on our walks through the park many different snails, termites, worms, butterflies, cicadas, spiders, grasshoppers and caterpillars. Some of these caterpillars produce an oil that often causes severe rashes on the skin. Birds were common and were easily heard. However, the dense canopy of the trees made them very hard to find or identify.
Some of the most prevalent trees were various species of pines.
Other trees included Royal
Poinciana, Yellow Alcanforero Many different herbaceous plants were flowering during the study period. However, we did not have field guides for them, so were unable to identify many. |
These trees are in flower. In tropical forests without strongly distinct seasons, deciduous trees do not loose their leaves all at once, and they do not all flower at the same time. Rather they tend to drop leaves during times of stress and flower after times times of rain.
These photos show the very lush vegetation that grows in Indonesia. Remember that the country receives almost 2 m of rain a year and it is always very warm!! (Look at the climatogram on the Abiotic Data page!)The leaves in the left photograph grow to be over160 cm, or taller than many humans! The ladybug in the right photograph is probably eating insects like aphids, that eat leaves. Most ladybugs are carnivores and actually keep insect pests under control!
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