Natural forests in Sri Lanka - Wikipedia
WEBNatural forests in Sri Lanka - Wikipedia. Sri Lanka exhibits a remarkable biological diversity [1] and is considered to be the richest country in Asia in terms of species concentration. [1] In 2019 a total area of 16.5% [2] of Sri Lanka was forested. In 2010, it was 28.8% [3] (and 32.2% in 1995. [4])
Sinharaja Forest Reserve - Wikipedia
WEBSinharaja Forest Reserve is a forest reserve and a biodiversity hotspot in Sri Lanka. It is of international significance and has been designated a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO .
Sri Lanka lowland rain forests - Wikipedia
WEBThe Sri Lanka lowland rain forests represents Sri Lanka's Tropical rainforests below 1,000 m (3,281 ft) in elevation in the southwestern part of the island. The year-around warm, wet climate together with thousands years of isolation from mainland India have resulted in the evolution of numerous plants and animal species that can only be found ...
Forest and Related Ecosystems | Sri Lanka Biodiversity - chm …
WEBSri Lanka has a striking variety of forest types brought about by spatial variations in rainfall, altitude, and soil. The forests have been categorized broadly as tropical wet lowland evergreen forests (at elevations between 0-1000 m); wet sub-montane forests (at elevations between 1000-1500 m in the wet zone); wet montane forests (at ...
Discover the Forests of Sri Lanka
WEBSri Lanka is home to about four different types of forest, which are found in different parts of the island. Very often, these forests have endemic species of fauna and flora which can only be found in this region. If you are a nature enthusiast, we recommend that you add a …
Sinharaja Forest Reserve - Wonders of Ceylon
WEBSep 23, 2023 · Spanning over 88.64 square kilometers, Sinharaja Forest Reserve is Sri Lanka's largest forest. Famous for its exceptional biodiversity, this majestic tropical rainforest has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as …
Tropical wet lowland evergreen forest | Sri Lanka Biodiversity
WEBTropical wet lowland evergreen forest. The southwest region and the central hills of Sri Lanka have the most luxuriant forest cover. They have rain during the southwest monsoon and constitutes the lowland rain forests up to an elevation about 900 meters.
Sri Lanka Lowland Rainforests - One Earth
WEBOver 70% of the animals and plants that are endemic to the island of Sri Lanka—and thus found nowhere else on Earth—are supported in the Sri Lanka Lowland Rain Forests ecoregion. Recent and ongoing explorations keep adding dozens of species more to the lists of endemics.
Forest Types of Sri Lanka - WWCT
WEBFOREST TYPES FOUND WITHIN THE ISLAND OF SRI LANKA. * Districts are listed in order of highest hectare of forest type cover. Sparse forests totaling ~ 4,638 Sq. km are spread out throughout the island within all 25 districts.
Sri Lanka - Wildlife, Flora, Fauna | Britannica
WEBSep 13, 2024 · The virgin forests of Sri Lanka are rich in their variety and profusion of flora and fauna. Wildlife, including elephants, leopards, bears, buffalo, and peafowl, and tree species such as ebony, mahogany, satinwood, and teak are being rapidly depleted by indiscriminate exploitation.
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