Lesson Note on the Forests and Forest Uses For JSS2

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Types of forests

Mangrove forest

The mangrove swamp is found in the coastal areas of the South-south and southwest states of Nigeria. They are in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Delta, Rivers, Ondo, Ogun, and Lagos states. Mangrove swamps carry mangrove species of trees, which are tall and could reach a height of 45 meters. Mangrove swamps also provide local people with fish which is a major source of protein for them.

Rain forest

It lies to the north of the mangrove swamp and freshwater swamp. The rain forest carries a dense collection of big, tall trees. The area is of great importance for forestry and agricultural production. Trees like iroko, Obeche, Afara, oil palm. Mahoganies and African walnuts are found in Nigeria in the Rain forest

Derived forest (Savannah zones)

            This zone lies to the north of the rainforest. Centuries of clearing and bush burning for farming operations as well as logging have produced a savanna landscape of grass and scattered trees from what was formerly rain forest. Grasses commonly found in this zone include:   Guinea grass, Giant star grass, Rhodes grass, Northern Gamba grass, Elephant grass, and  Kyasuwa grass      

Types of Derived forest (Savannah zones)

1. Southern guinea savannah
2. Northern guinea savannah
3. Sudan savannah
4. Sahel savannah