Question

What are “Shola Forests”?

Answer 1

Shola forests are tropical Montane forests found in the valleys separated by rolling grasslands only in the higher elevations. They are found only in South India in the Southern Western Ghats. ... The word Shola is derived from the Tamil language 'Grove'.

Answer 2

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Shola forests are considered as tropical Montane forests. They are generally found in the valleys which are geographically separated by rolling grasslands. Such grasslands are found in areas with higher elevations. "Shola" word has originated from the word ‘ sholai ’ meaning thicket, cold place.  Such grasslands are rich store houses of biodiversity. They are very specific to Endemism which means species found in this area cannot be found in any other area.

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