Tamil Nadu’s wealth of flora and fauna lies in the hilly and forest regions.
1. Forests are the sanctuaries for wild animals.
2. It provides valuable forest products like Cinchona, Eucalyptus, which are used as medicine for cold, malaria and as a pain reliever.
3. Palmyrah trees are useful for construction works.
4. Forest products are used as raw materials for several cottage industries.
5. Sandalwood is useful for making furniture.
6. These forests not only provide for the large economy of the state but also to the local livelihood.