Flora And Fauna of The Netherlands
The Netherlands has scare vegetation as the land has been exploited to a great extent by the people. Today, oak, beech, ash, and pine forests are preserved and managed well. The tall grasses of the dunes and the heather of the heaths continue to be the perfect home for rabbits, but larger wildlife, such as deer, have disappeared except in parks. Land reclamation projects of the country have created new habitats for many species of migratory birds.
Physical Map of The Netherlands
The Netherlands is a low-lying country with half of the country's landmass tucked away below sea level. Much of the western part that is below sea level is covered with clay and peat soils, lined with canals, rivers, and portions of the sea. Towards the east, the land lies slightly above sea level and is flat in nature. The elevation rarely exceeds 160 ft. The major rivers of The Netherlands are the Rhine, flowing from Germany, and its several tributaries, such as the Waal and Nederrijn rivers; the Maas and the Schelde (Escaut), flowing from Belgium.
Climate of The Netherlands
As The Netherlands has high mountains, the climate varies a little from region to region. Overall, it has a temperate maritime climate. The average temperature in the coastal region of Vlissingen ranges from 1° to 5°C in January to 14° to 21°C in July. In the densely populated central region of the country - De Bilt, the average temperature ranges from -1° to 4°C in January to 13° to 22°C in July. Annual rainfall averages 690 mm in Vlissingen and 770 mm in De Bilt. Cloudless days are uncommon, as is prolonged
frost.
