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tropical climates
Climates that are hot year-round and are characterized by alternating dry and rainy seasons.
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planisphere
vegetation regions
tropical wet-and-dry (savanna)
Tropical continental climate, with an extended dry season and vegetation composed of tall grasses and scattered trees.
tropical rain forest
Tropical, typically humid marine climate that fosters luxuriant vegetation and dense forests.