NatureBeautiful forest
The Himalayas dominate the north of the country, where mountain peaks can easily reach 7,000 metres and such mountains remains covered by snow forever. Beautiful high mountain peaks, breath taking waterfalls and fascinating valleys covered with green nature can be found all over the country. One will rarely find plain areas.
Physically, Bhutan can be divided into three zones: Alpine Zone (4000m and above) with no forest cover; the Temperate Zone (2000 to 4000m) with conifer or broadleaf forests; and the Subtropical Zone (150m to 2000m) with Tropical or Subtropical vegetation. Ensuing from its wide range of altitude and climate, compounded by its 72 percent forest cover, the flora and fauna of Bhutan is diverse and rich.Forest types in Bhutan are Fir Forests, Mixed Conifer Forest, Blue Pine Forest, Chirpine Forest, Broadleaf mixed with Conifer, Upland Hardwood Forest, Lowland Hardwood Forest, and Tropical Lowland Forests. Almost 60% of the plant species that is found in the eastern Himalayan region can be found in Bhutan as well. Other important links:
Flora and Fauna of Bhutan
Protected Areas of Bhutan
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