Ecotone

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(1) Transitional zone between two vegetation types or vegetation regions. (2) A transition area of vegetation between two communities, having characteristics of both kinds of neighboring vegetation and characteristics of its own. Varies width depending on site and climatic factors. (3) A transition line or strip of vegetation between two communities, having characteristics of both kinds of neighboring vegetation and characteristics of its own. [Source: USDA National Plant Materials Manual]

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