Question

1. Mention two conditions required for the growth of Littoral Forest. 

2. State one characteristic feature of the forest found in the Nilgiri Hills.

Answer 1

1. Forests occur in and around the deltas, estuaries and creeks prone to tidal forests. Trees can survive both fresh as well as brackish water. 

2. Nilgri region receives rainfall of 150 to 180 cm so moist deciduous forests dominate the region. Trees shed their leaves during the dry season.