Classification of Morni Hills Forests Through Altitudinal Zones in Shivaliks of Haryana

Exploring Altitudinal Zones and Forest Types in Morni Hills, Haryana

Abstract

This paper presents novel thought that identifies different forest types based on altitude and itsrelated factors for the Morni Hills in the Shivaliks of the Panchkula District of Haryana. The Morni Hillshave different zones related to broad geographical areas and changes in altitude and attitudinaldistribution of forests. These are generally placed in three groups differentiated by altitude which aredescribed as 1.Lower or Shivalik Chir Pine Forest 2.Northern dry mixed deciduous forest and 3.Drydeciduous scrub forest. It portrays local ecological conditions and distinctive forest character.Awareness of zonation also brings benefits for landscape values, nature conservation and ecosystemfunctions which possesses the potential to improve the economic conditions of the area.