The ground is sparsely dotted
with small shade-tolerant plants and seedlings. This layer is
continuous only immediately following a disturbance.

Fungus on a fallen log |

Leaf litter |

Using a fallen tree for lumber. |

A cave with salt deposits, frequented by many
terrestrial animals |

Ground-dwelling plant in fruit. |

Another herbaceous plant. |

Fungus with beetles. |

Detail of beetle on fungus. |

Poison arrow frog. |
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