* Temperate rainforest: This ecosystem is characterized by tall trees and a dense understory. It is found in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, but not in Nepal.
* Mediterranean forest: This ecosystem is characterized by trees and shrubs that are adapted to dry summers and wet winters. It is found in the Mediterranean Basin, but not in Nepal.
* Desert: This ecosystem is characterized by a lack of water. It is found in the southwestern United States, but not in Nepal.
* Tundra: This ecosystem is characterized by a cold climate and a lack of trees. It is found in the Arctic and Antarctic regions, but not in Nepal.