Forests of the world

Forests are the lungs of the earth, all the carbon dioxide released sinks to forests and they return oxygen into the atmosphere. Hence a balance of carbon dioxide and oxygen is maintained. There have been disasters due to the increased cutting down of trees. These forests are home to diverse creatures and when these forests are cleared many animals and birds lose their habitat and lives. Forests are as important as air, water, etc. on the earth's surface. They are the elixir of life. Forests give us a feeling of heaven on land. Their aesthetic and medicinal value is another important aspect. Many industries get raw materials from forests, directly or indirectly we all are stakeholders. In a true sense, forests are safeguards and are protecting the earth from getting destroyed. At last, I quote, “If man doesn’t learn to treat the forests with respect, man will become extinct.”

Pradyuman Sapra (SMSMB)

Daintree forest, Queensland Australia

Falling down onto abandoned tropical sea shores, the Daintree Forest on the north-east bank of Australia is one of the most dazzling rainforests on the planet. It is likewise remembered to be the most established, having been in persistent presence for the beyond 110 million years.

Ensure you take the risk to rest in the core of the woods to be entertained by an inconceivably assorted scope of frogs and bugs. Also look out for the subtle cassowary, the tropical cousin of the Emu thus uncommon that local people purchase a lottery ticket at whatever point they see one.

Crooked forest, Poland

This woods of strangely formed pine trees right external Nowe Czarnowo, West Pomerania, is a man-made miracle however, no one is very sure how or why. Some accept that an apparatus or procedure was utilized when they were planted during the 1930s so they could be utilized in transport building.

Others hypothesize that the youthful saplings were squashed by tanks during the Second World War and that caused them to develop thusly. Whatever the explanation, the outcome is probably the weirdest woodland you are ever liable to see.

Sagano bamboo forest, japan

A short train ride from Kyoto, this brilliant bamboo backwoods in the region of Arashiyama has turned into an unquestionable requirement visit objective for local people and travelers the same.

The backwoods is staggering. Yet, stop briefly and pay attention to the breeze stirring through the squeaking bamboo. That sound has been pronounced one of the "100 Soundscapes of Japan" by the Japanese government, a determination of regular commotions expected to urge local people to pause and partake in nature's music.

Greatbear rainforest, British Columbia, Canada

The last huge spread of waterfront calm tropical jungle in the world, the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia is a tremendous place that is known for old cedars, overgrown cascades and 'Soul Bears', the interesting, cream-hued Kermode bear considered consecrated by the nearby T'simshian individuals.

Generally the size of Ireland, the timberland is likewise home to waterfront dark wolves, wild bears, Sitka deer, cougars, mountain goats, orca, salmon, ocean lions, ocean otters and humpback whales. It is ethereal and mystical and overflowing with natural life.

Tongass national forest

Tongass is the country's biggest public timberland and covers a large portion of Southeast Alaska, encompassing the well known Inside Passage and offers exceptional opportunities to see birds, bears, producing salmon, and the amazing vistas of "wild" Alaska. Climb or take a sled-canine ride on an icy mass, walk around promenade trails, find out with regards to fisheries the executives, fish in streams or the sea, or unwind at a remote lodge. On the off chance that seeing some really wild untamed life is on your list of must-dos, visit the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center and Steep Creek Bear Viewing region in Juneau, Anan Wildlife Observatory in Wrangell.

Valdivian forest

Tongass is the country's biggest public timberland and covers a large portion of Southeast Alaska, encompassing the well known Inside Passage and offers exceptional opportunities to see birds, bears, producing salmon, and the amazing vistas of "wild" Alaska. Climb or take a sled-canine ride on an icy mass, walk around promenade trails, find out with regards to fisheries the executives, fish in streams or the sea, or unwind at a remote lodge. On the off chance that seeing some really wild untamed life is on your list of must-dos, visit the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center and Steep Creek Bear Viewing region in Juneau, Anan Wildlife Observatory in Wrangell, Fish Creek Bear Viewing Area in Hyder, or Pack Creek Brown Bear Viewing Area on Admiralty Island, or drench yourself in local culture at the staggering Southeast Alaska Discovery Center, found simply pulls back from the journey transport docks in midtown Ketchikan.

Forests are the lifeline of the existence of the earth. They are made up of trees, shrubs, grasses, herbs and much more. They are home to millions of animal species and birds. They provide a mesmerizing experience. Forests are also a blessing for mankind as it provides many resources that human beings can use in order to survive. They are the lungs of nature that provide oxygen for us to breathe, survive and maintain a healthy ecosystem. Forests provide us with medicinal plants that can cure deadly diseases. Forests also help in preventing soil erosion and maintains and enhances the fertility of the soil. They are home to many wild animals like elephants, tiger, lion, cheetah, rhinoceros, wolves, etc., which would otherwise become extinct if they are made to live without forests. The world has a diverse range of forests. The types of forests include Moist Tropical Forests, Montane Sub Tropical Forests, Dry Tropical Forests, Montane Temperate Forests, Sub Alpine and Alpine. The forests can be found all around the world and are very enthralling to visit. The rarest type of forest is the cloud forest which is a tropical forest with a high elevation that makes for a misty environment and its home to one of Earth's rarest habitats. This mesmerizing forest type is home to several thousand species of plants and animals, including 500 bird species alone. Forests tie the whole ecosystem together and their contribution in our life goes unnoticed, we often don’t appreciate them until they’re gone. We should realise just how horrible the world without trees would be. So, we must all pledge to take a step. Even the slightest contribution can result to a big change. As they say, “One step at a time”.

It is truly said by John Muir that, “The clearest way into the universe is through a forest”.

Aryan Madan(SMSMB)

Forests are the lungs of the earth, all the carbon dioxide released sinks to forests and they return oxygen into the atmosphere. Hence a balance of carbon dioxide and oxygen is maintained. There have been disasters due to the increased cutting down of trees. These forests are home to diverse creatures and when these forests are cleared many animals and birds lose their habitat and lives. Forests are as important as air, water, etc. on the earth's surface. They are the elixir of life. Forests give us a feeling of heaven on land. Their aesthetic and medicinal value is another important aspect. Many industries get raw materials from forests, directly or indirectly we all are stakeholders. In a true sense, forests are safeguards and are protecting the earth from getting destroyed. At last, I quote, “If man doesn’t learn to treat the forests with respect, man will become extinct.”

Saral Sharma(SMSMB)

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Alishan Forest

Alishan National Forest Recreation Area is located in Alishan Township, Chiayi, covering an area of 1,400 hectares with the main tourism spot locating at about 2,200 meters high above sea level. It is cloudy mid-elevation temperate climate with an average annual temperature 10.6 ℃ and the annual rainfall is up to 4,000 mm. The heavily wet weather contribute the outstanding forest and climate landscape such as Alishan sunrise, sea of clouds, afterglow, forest, railways which count to the five famous sightseeing spots known internationally. Its Eco Center is in order for people to understand the importance of reserve habitats and species preservation, the theme for the story house is preservation of the species of Alishan salamander and Taiwan Pleione.

created by WEI-CHEN HUANG, HSIN-LING WANG(WSHS)

Nature Center

recreation.forest.gov.tw/lang/EN/Education/About

In order to promote nature conservation and action, we develop the system of Ecocenter as the window for the pubic to learn about the natural environment and reserves in Taiwan, while serving as the action platform for local conservation works. In the adjacent areas of reserves, 9 Ecocenters are established with the emphasis on the natural ecology as well as conservation of the neighboring reserves. Visitors may learn about the protected areas in Taiwan and how precious and vulnerable biodiversity is through presentations, tours, and conservation education activities, and adopt practical eco-friendly actions in the respective lives as such.

created by Yan-jun ke

https://hk.epochtimes.com/news/2019-02-12/60534662

Lotus forest

The Lotus forest is formed because after the Taiwan 921 earthquake, a dammed waterhole was formed, and the original fir forest was soaked in water and died. The fir trees in the Lotus Forest have dried up due to long-term soaking water, forming a unique natural landscape.

created by TING-YU LIANG , Team LOUIS (WSHS)

National Forest Recreation Area

To meet the recreational and educational needs of our citizens, the Forestry Bureau started the forest recreational business in 1965. Following the nature of resources available in different regions, 18 Forest Recreation Areas are renovated and open to the public for recreational purpose. From the tropical monsoon forest in Kenting to the temperate Pseudosasa plantation on Hehuanshan and from the small and gorgeous Liyu Lake of Chihnan to the vast and boundless Mien Nao (Taipingshan), these Parks are unique in their own rights, offering various relaxing excursions of quality with refreshing mountains and forests for our citizens to explore yet another aspect of the gorgeous Taiwan.

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created by HUI-YU PAN (WSHS)

Forestry Culture Park

The forestry exhibition area is positioned at the core of the park, and it presents a nostalgic look at the operations and facilities used to get lumber from the Taipingshan Forest Area during the Japanese Occupation. This area is further divided into an outdoor and an indoor exhibition space. Objects from the forest area that are now on display in the outdoor exhibition space include a railway car from the forest railway, the old Zhulin Station building, log-transporting train tracks, steam engines, passenger cars, an unloading platform, a log storage pool, a train wash platform, a fortress, and a truck wash area. The indoor exhibition space is composed of old warehouses and dormitories. They have been refurbished for holding educational events and displaying historical documents of the forestry industry.

created by LI-XING-LIANG. (WSHS)

Economic Impacts of Wildlife:

As we all know that the wildlife around us is in danger.

This question most of the times arises in our mind that, “Are there any Economic Impacts of Wildlife??”

Yes!! It is, there.

Wildlife is a source of both cost and benefits to society!

Approximately from 50%, 25% of animals are getting extinct because of illegal hunting and destruction of habitats!

1. Economic values of wildlife:

Plants produce many products like timber, glue, ivory, medicines etc have a heavy economy in the market. Wildlife provide us with raw and basic materials.

2. Does wildlife tourism help the economy of a place?

Yes! Natural tourism activities generate revenue which can be used for conservation of wildlife and provide economic benefits for local communities.

Tourism activities increase awareness and participation in conservation activities.

3. Is the wildlife considered a resource?

Yes it is! Wildlife is a renewable resource. Many Mammals reproduce quick. Because of their reproduction, the number of animals increase.

4. Do wildlife affect the environment?

When population of animals or people increase or decrease because of that population of living things and even environment are also affected. The same happens with wildlife.

Rupashi Nagi(SMSMB)

Quiz on Plants (1)

Rupashi Nagi And Kashvi Suri (SMSMB)