Forest of Deorali in Ganktok, Sikkim
Sikkim, the tiny and beautiful state of the Indian Union, located in the Eastern Himalayas has an area of 7096 sq. km. and a population of 406457 the bulk of which resides in rural areas and is heavily dependent on forest resources. The entire state comprises of hilly terrain with forests on hilltops and valleys. Over 81% of the total geographical area of the state is under the administrative control of the Forest Department. Sikkim is endowed with a variety of natural flora and fauna and is a paradise of nature lovers, botanist, environmentalists, conservationists and trekkers. The state houses over 400 species of flowering plants, 300 species of Ferns and its allies, 11 species of oaks, 8 species of Tree Ferns, 40 species of Primulas and 20 species of Bamboos. The faunal wealth of Sikkim comprises of 144 species of mammals, 600 species of Birds, 400 species of Butterflies amd Moths and many species of Reptiles. Several species of medicinal plants and herbs are found throughout the state.
Source: sikkimforest.gov.in
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