COMPARITIVE STUDY OF NATURAL VEGETATION BETWEEN TAMIL NADU AND WEST BENGAL BY: STUDENTS OF 9M (GROUP 1)
1.CLIMATE TAMIL NADU: Tamil Nadu has a predominantly tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. The state experiences heavy rainfall during the monsoon season, which contributes to the growth of lush vegetation. The average annual rainfall varies across regions, with the eastern parts receiving more rainfall than the western areas. WEST BENGAL: West Bengal, on the other hand, experiences a diverse climate. The state includes the Himalayan region in the north, which has a temperate climate, and the Gangetic plain in the south, which is more tropical. The presence of the Bay of Bengal also influences the climate, leading to heavy rainfall during the monsoon.
2. TOPOGRAPHY Tamil Nadu's topography is characterized by the Eastern and Western Ghats. The Eastern Ghats run parallel to the eastern coast and are known for their deciduous forests, while the Western Ghats in the west have evergreen and semi-evergreen forests. The central plains and plateaus are home to dry thorn forests and scrublands. TAMIL NADU: WEST BENGAL: West Bengal has a diverse topography, including the Himalayan mountains in the north, the Terai region, and the Gangetic plains. The Himalayas are covered with temperate coniferous forests, while the Gangetic plains support tropical deciduous forests and grasslands.
3. VEGETATION TYPES Evergreen and semi-evergreen forests in the Western Ghats. Deciduous forests in the Eastern Ghats. Thorn forests and scrublands in the central plains. Mangrove forests along the coastal areas. TAMIL NADU: WEST BENGAL: Temperate coniferous forests in the Himalayan region. Tropical deciduous forests in the Gangetic plains. Sundarbans mangrove forests in the southern coastal areas.
4. BIODIVERSITY TAMIL NADU: Tamil Nadu boasts a rich biodiversity with numerous plant and animal species. The Western Ghats are a biodiversity hotspot and home to various endemic species. The state also has a diverse range of medicinal plants. WEST BENGAL: West Bengal's biodiversity is influenced by the Himalayan region in the north and the Gangetic plains in the south. The Sundarbans mangroves are famous for their Royal Bengal Tiger population.
5. CONSERVATION EFFORTS TAMIL NADU: The state has established several protected areas and wildlife sanctuaries, such as Mudumalai National Park and Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, to conserve its natural vegetation and wildlife. WEST BENGAL: The Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. Conservation efforts in West Bengal primarily focus on protecting the unique ecosystem of the mangroves .