Living on the Line The Incredible Wildlife of the Equator

At the Equator, the sun’s energy is at its most intense, fueling extraordinary life. From the towering trees in Southeast Asia’s rainforests to the dry savannahs of East Africa, this powerful sun shapes both lush landscapes and barren, flat terrains. Plants and animals here face the challenge of extremes—intense heat and sudden cold, adapting or risking survival. Yet, cold also plays a life-giving role, offering rich resources when combined with the sun. In South America, the Equator cuts across a nation that shares its name—Ecuador

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