Bamboo holds topsoil very tenaciously, preventing soil erosion on hillsides and riverbanks. In Ireland found in roadsides planted wooded areas and riverbanks. They prefer moist environments such as riverbanks, marshes and ditches. These were usually miniature boats laden with offerings set adrift from riverbanks and shorelines. Its habitat also includes wooded riverbanks such as riparian forest. It grows in moist mountainous environments, such as riverbanks and meadows. Preferred nesting locations are sandy shores, dry stream beds, or riverbanks. The native inhabitants were the Charcas, who were dispersed along riverbanks and lowlands. These designs can represent habitats including tropical rainforests, jungles, riverbanks, bogs, or even the beach. Further inland and along the riverbanks, the soil is mostly alluvial and loamy. Marikina River was transformed into a waterway, with the Marikina River Park along the riverbanks. Black rats are also found around fences, ponds, riverbanks, streams, and reservoirs. In New Zealand it is sometimes found growing wild along riverbanks and wetlands. Karen live in various areas of the region which have valleys and riverbanks. The ancient riverbanks and meander loops are still recognizable.