The flora and fauna of Rajasthan is an
important aspect of tourism in Rajasthan.
Many tourists visit each year in Rajasthan.
As it is in the desert region of India,
it is very important for tourists to experience
the flora and fauna of Rajasthan before
packing their bags. Like a typical desert
area, flora and fauna of Rajasthan is
very rare. There are forests in Rajasthan,
but they are deciduous types. Slow growth
of thorny trees are in abundance in this
area. The shrubs and grasses that grow
in Rajasthan are those who, through the
ages, adopted in difficult climatic conditions.
The flora of Rajasthan includes trees
as the khejri and different types of acacia.
"Prosopis cineraria" is the
scientific name of khejri tree. Only 9%
of the land in Rajasthan is covered by
forests. The types of forests that are
found in Rajasthan are as follows:
* Dry mixed deciduous forests
* Hill subtropical forests
* Teak forests dry
* Brakes Bamboo
The Bishnoi community of Jodhpur khejri
considers to be sacred. As it is a typical
tree found in desert areas of Rajasthan,
this tree is very resistant to drought.
The deep root system of the tree khejri
help retain moisture during long periods
of time. The khejri tree is a multipurpose
tree for the people of Rajasthan. The
thorny branches of this tree are used
as fences in crop fields to keep out animals.
The dried leaves of the khejri are used
as fodder for livestock. Rajasthanis eat
the ripe fruit of khejri. The khejri green
fruit is eaten as sangria after cooking.
A very brief introduction to the flora
and fauna of Rajasthan is given in this
article. The fauna of Rajasthan includes
different types of animals, birds, reptiles,
insects, etc. that can be found in this
dry desert region. The nature lovers who
are more interested to see the flora and
fauna of Rajasthan that the palaces and
forts are welcome to visit Bharatpur National
Park Ranthambore National Park. Approximately
280 to 306 species of plants can be found
in these two national parks. Many of these
plants are used as medicinal plants with
values.
Even if the terrain of Rajasthan is less
friendly living species to survive, millions
of generations a variety of birds and
animals have learned the art of survival
in the desert. You can find a large number
of antelopes and gazelles in Jodhpur district.
Both species are considered sacred by
tribes Bisnoi and, therefore, they worship
these animals. The Bishnois in this field
have contributed to the steady development
of the Indian population or Chinkara gazelle
in Rajasthan. To learn more about Rajasthan,
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