Life is the characteristic state of organisms. Properties common to terrestrial organisms (plants, animals, fungi, protists and bacteria) are that they are cellular, carbon-and-water-based with complex organization, having a metabolism, a capacity to grow, respond to stimuli, reproduce and—through natural selection—adapt.
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Plants :: Wildlife
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Botanical Society of America - Promoting research and teaching in all fields of plant biology to facilitate cooperation among plant scientists worldwide and to disseminate knowledge of plants, algae, and fungi. Links to the American Journal of Botany, Plant Science Bulletin, national meetings and symposia, and educational resources.
Meta Description: [ Botanical Society of America: A non-profit membership Society supporting botany, the development of the plant sciences and plant education ]
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Center for Plant Conservation - Collaborative organization dedicated to conserving and restoring the rare native plants of the United States. Includes information on collections of rare and endangered plants.
Meta Description: [ CPC, the Center for Plant Conservation, is a non-profit network of institutions dedicated to conserving and restoring America's native plants. ]
Forest Cover Types - Major timber cover type maps for the United States.
Meta Description: [ United States forest types and timber conditions ]
Heritage Forests Campaign - An alliance of conservationists, wildlife advocates, clergy, educators, scientists, and other Americans who are working together to uphold protection of the National Forests.
Meta Description: [ The Heritage Forests Campaign is an alliance of individuals and organizations fighting to protect roadless areas in our national forests. ]
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