Rain Forest Word Search
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Try this Rain Forest Word Search as a fun diversion and as a brain training exercise. Word searches train visual perception and concentration. Play free online or print it out now!
Click the Small, Medium, or Large link above to open the word search in a pop-up window. After the word search loads, click the "Start" button.
Note: To print this puzzle, click the "Printable Version" link above. You have my permission to copy and distribute this word search as long as you keep the copyright notice at the bottom of the page in place.
HOW TO PLAY. The words hidden in the puzzle are listed to the right. Find all the words to complete the word search.
To cross out a word, drag the letters of the word with your mouse. Words can be at an angle, backwards, or forwards.
The Hint feature can be used if you get stuck. Clicking the Hint button causes the first letter of one of the words in the word search to flash repeatedly. The Hint can only be used one time, however.
SOME FACTS ABOUT THE RAIN FOREST. Here are some interesting facts about rain forests from Wikipedia:
- To be considered a "rainforest", the forest must receive at least 1750-2000 mm (68-78 inches) of rainfall annually.
- Millions of species that live in the rainforests are still undiscovered.
- Almost one-third of the Earth's oxygen turnover is processed by rain forests.
- There are two kinds of rainforest, the tropical rainforest and the temperate rainforest.
- Due to exploitation of the rainforests including heavy logging and agricultural clearance, over 50,000 species are driven to extinction every year.
- Rainforests have four main layers: emergent, canopy, understory, and the forest floor.
- There are supposedly 67 tribes in the Brazilian rainforest that still have never been contacted.
Word searches are one of my favorite types of puzzle. I hope you enjoy this Rain Forest Word Search!
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