3-444: Fagne-Famenne is a natural region in southern Belgium and northern France . It consists of The Fagne or la Fagne west of the river Meuse , and Famenne to the east. The two regions are often grouped together because they are quite similar both geographically and naturally. 50°10′N 4°51′E / 50.17°N 4.85°E / 50.17; 4.85 Natural region A natural region (landscape unit)
6-480: Is a basic geographic unit. Usually, it is a region which is distinguished by its common natural features of geography , geology , and climate . From the ecological point of view, the naturally occurring flora and fauna of the region are likely to be influenced by its geographical and geological factors, such as soil and water availability , in a significant manner. Thus most natural regions are homogeneous ecosystems . Human impact can be an important factor in
9-405: The shaping and destiny of a particular natural region. The concept "natural region" is a large basic geographical unit, like the vast boreal forest region. The term may also be used generically, like in alpine tundra , or specifically to refer to a particular place. The term is particularly useful where there is no corresponding or coterminous official region. The Fens of eastern England ,
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