dry forests

Dry forests are woodland ecosystems that experience pronounced seasonal drought, with trees adapted to survive extended periods without rainfall.

Unlike rainforests, they typically have a more open canopy and may lose their leaves during dry months.

These forests occur in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, from Central America to Southeast Asia to Africa.

The dry forests of Madagascar harbor unique species found nowhere else.

Conservation efforts often focus on dry forests because they face severe deforestation pressure.