Eastern Highlands moist deciduous forests, Tropical forest ecoregion in east-central India.
The Eastern Highlands moist deciduous forests are a woodland region spread across seven states in east-central India. The landscape includes coastal areas, rolling hills, and plateaus that transition from one terrain type to another across the region.
These forests developed through geological processes that shaped the Indian subcontinent as it moved and shifted over millions of years. Climate and geography over long periods created the woodland we see in this region today.
Indigenous communities living within these forests have long used traditional methods to manage the woodland, shaping how the land looks and is used today. Their relationship with the forest remains visible in how certain areas are tended and protected.
Visiting is best during the cooler, drier season when pathways are easier to navigate. Several national parks within the region offer wildlife viewing opportunities, though success requires patience and early morning visits.
A tiny deer species lost to science for decades was rediscovered living in these forests, showing that the woodlands still hold surprises for researchers. The region supports a remarkable array of mammals and birds across its different habitats.
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