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DR Congo Hosts World's Second-Largest Rainforest
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DR Congo Hosts World's Second-Largest Rainforest

The Congo Rainforest is a vital global lung, second only to the Amazon. It spans several countries, with the Democratic Republic of the Congo holding the largest portion, teeming with unique flora and fauna crucial for global climate regulation.

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https://www.worldwildlife.org/places/congo-basin

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April 1, 2026
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Democratic Republic Of The CongoGeographyEnvironment & Wildlife

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