Forest Inventory Zones

The Forest Inventory Zone(s) (FIZ) were developed to provide a broadly based ecological classification of the forest land in British Columbia. FIZ closely follow the early biogeoclimatic zones developed by Dr. Krajina. The province of British Columbia is split into 12 FIZ zones.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 19:15 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 19:15 (UTC)
contact_email Christopher.Buston@gov.bc.ca
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