Lesser Known Facts of Forests!

 They said its always nice to keep eyes and ears open when in Forests! Its just not for animals but for observation of many things.  The guides and gypsy drivers share a lot of fun facts regarding the flora and fauna. Over the years i have been seeing and hearing them.  Have listed a few of them.



Termite mounds are commonly found in the forests. They are strong earthern structures that are also porous, which allows for ventilation of the termites underground nest without affecting the nests temperature and humidity level. They are done so artistically that they often resemble architectural monuments.  - @Kanha National Park



These Creepers Bohemia - Bilai which are found in central india forests named after a British Officers two sons. The sons were identical twins and so are these. The creepers are useful for making food plates and strong ropes. - @Kanha National Park.



The houses in small villages in MP have closed drainage systems located behind the houses. Cleanliness and planning is extremely good even though they are in remote areas. @Madhypradesh



The horn of a chital is hung up on a tree by forest guards. They are used to hang clothes etc while working in the forests. @Sillari Pench



This beautiful spot is from Pench. It is called Heaven Point and the name was given by Amitabh Bachhan who often visited it. @Sillari Pench



The dried leaves in forests are often cleared to avoid fires. This work is done by forest workers on regular basis especially in summers. @Kanha National Park



Porcupines damage the trees as shown in the above picture. They chew through the bark to eat the inner bark. @Kanha National Park




Camera Traps are put up on trees to record the activity of owls. @Sillari - Pench

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