Landscape
Definition:
An area of land that contains a mosaic of ecosystems, including human-dominated ecosystems.
The term cultural landscape is often used when referring to landscapes containing significant human populations or in which there has been significant human influence on the land.
Related words:
Ecosystem(s) - Land cover - Land use
Translation(s):
Español: Paisaje
Français: Paysage
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