Mizoram-Manipur-Kachin rain forests, WWF ecoregion in India and Myanmar

The Mizoram-Manipur-Kachin rain forests are a WWF ecoregion that covers hills and valleys across northeast India and western Myanmar. This area is known for its evergreen and semi-evergreen forests, which grow on rolling terrain and support a wide range of plants and animals.

The ecoregion has been shaped by natural processes over millions of years, with its forests evolving in isolation. In recent decades, conservation efforts have focused on protecting the remaining forest cover from logging and agricultural expansion.

The rain forests are home to several indigenous communities who have lived in the region for generations. Visitors can learn about their traditional knowledge of plants and animals, which is closely tied to the forest environment.

Access to the ecoregion is usually through regional towns, and many parts require permits and local guides. The best time to visit is during the drier months, when trails are more passable and wildlife is easier to spot.

The ecoregion is part of the Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot, one of the most threatened regions on Earth. It also contains the only known population of the leaf muntjac, a small deer species discovered in the late 20th century.