riverine
/ˈrɪvəˌraɪn/
adjective
- Relating to or located on the banks of a river.
- Riverine forests provide important habitat for birds and wildlife.
- The army conducted riverine patrols to secure the border.
- The riverine communities depend on fishing for their livelihood.
- Living or growing in or near a river.
- Riverine turtles can often be seen sunning themselves on rocks.
- Riverine plants help prevent soil erosion along the banks.
- The riverine ecosystem supports a wide variety of fish species.