riparian

ri·par·i·an  (r-pâr-n)

adj.

Of, on, or relating to the banks of a natural course of water.

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[From Latin rprius, from rpa, bank.]

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riparian [rip-pair-ee-an]

Adjective

Formal of or on the bank of a river [Latin ripa river bank]

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riparian  (r-pâr-n)

Relating to or inhabiting the banks of a natural course of water. Riparian zones are ecologically diverse and contribute to the health of other aquatic ecosystems by filtering out pollutants and preventing erosion. Salmon in the Pacific Northwest feed off riparian insects; trees such as the black walnut, the American sycamore, and the cottonwood thrive in riparian environments.

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riparian

a dweller on the bank of a river. — riparian, adj.

See also: Rivers

Thesaurus

Adj.

1.

riparian - of or relating to or located on the banks of a river or stream; "riparian land"