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mountain range of the western United States, the mixed coniferous forest is found at elevations of 1,200โ5,500 feet (370โ1,680 m) in the north, 2,000โ6,500 feet (610โ1,980 m) in central areas, and 2,500โ9,000 feet (760โ2,740 m) in the south. Characteristic conifers include
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