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Strait of Belle Isle

The Strait of Belle Isle ecoregion occupies the northern tip of the Northern Peninsula. It is characterized by cool summers and cold winters.
Coastal Flooding

Coastal Flooding--Natural Environment--Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Web
Lake Melville

This ecoregion is located on the perimeter of Lake Melville. It has humid, cool summers and cold winters.
Paradise River

The Paradise River ecoregion is located in the southeastern section of Labrador.
Rockfalls

Rockfalls are the downslope movement of loose rocks, either through free fall or by rolling.
South Avalon Burin Oceanic Barrens

South Avalon Burin Oceanic Barrens ecoregion covers the southern tips of the Avalon and Burin peninsulas.