Temperate forests in the Himalayan region, found at altitudes typically ranging from 1800m to 3000m, are often characterized by the presence of species like Oaks (Quercus spp.) and Rhododendrons (Rhododendron spp.).
In Uttarakhand, Oak-Rhododendron are characteristic plants of
Asked in UKPSC CS Prelims 2016 · Topic: Forest and Wildlife (Forest types and distribution in India)
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