Biogeographical Zones
"Major parts of the Earth’s surface, including its seas and oceans, characterised by distinctive assemblages of plants and animals." Biodiversity: The UK Steering Group Report (1995–1999) Volume 1 and Volume 2 via the Joint Nature Conservation Committee.
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