There are four layers. The top is called the canopy. This is where most of the plants and animals get sunlight. Most of the birds and monkeys live in this layer. These trees block out the light for the lower layers. 

Under this is the understory layer. Next is the shrub layer.

The jungle floor is called the ground layer. It has ferns, shrubs and seedlings. It's very dark and gloomy. 

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