Riverscape
A riverscape or river landscape comprises the features of the landscape which can be found along a river.
Along the upper course of a river, these include:
Along the lower course of a river, these include:
A riverine is a landscape formed by the natural movement of a water system such as a river. A riverine landscape includes the ecosystems (all living things including plants and animals) in and around the area of a river. A riverine may also be defined as a network of rivers and surrounding land. Riverine landscapes are excellent for agricultural uses such as farming because the land is rich and fertile. They are a valuable resource for growing food. Landforms:
- Flood plain – a low-lying area regularly flooded by a river
- Riverbed – a channel in which the river flows
- Billabong – an arm of a river which forms a pool, only joining with a river in times of flooding
References
See also
This article is issued from Wikipedia - version of the Friday, August 21, 2015. The text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution/Share Alike but additional terms may apply for the media files.