2. 1.CLIMATE
TAMIL NADU:
• Tamil Nadu has a predominantly tropical climate
with distinct wet and dry seasons. The state
experiences heavy rainfall during the monsoon
season, which contributes to the growth of lush
vegetation.
• The average annual rainfall varies across regions,
with the eastern parts receiving more rainfall than
the western areas.
WEST BENGAL:
• West Bengal, on the other hand, experiences a
diverse climate. The state includes the Himalayan
region in the north, which has a temperate climate,
and the Gangetic plain in the south, which is more
tropical.
• The presence of the Bay of Bengal also influences
the climate, leading to heavy rainfall during the
monsoon.
4. 2. TOPOGRAPHY
• Tamil Nadu's topography is characterized by the Eastern
and Western Ghats. The Eastern Ghats run parallel to
the eastern coast and are known for their deciduous
forests, while the Western Ghats in the west have
evergreen and semi-evergreen forests.
• The central plains and plateaus are home to dry thorn
forests and scrublands.
TAMIL NADU: WEST BENGAL:
• West Bengal has a diverse topography, including
the Himalayan mountains in the north, the Terai
region, and the Gangetic plains.
• The Himalayas are covered with temperate
coniferous forests, while the Gangetic plains
support tropical deciduous forests and
grasslands.
5. 3. VEGETATION TYPES
• Evergreen and semi-evergreen forests in the Western
Ghats.
• Deciduous forests in the Eastern Ghats.
• Thorn forests and scrublands in the central plains.
• Mangrove forests along the coastal areas.
TAMIL NADU: WEST BENGAL:
• Temperate coniferous forests in the Himalayan
region.
• Tropical deciduous forests in the Gangetic
plains.
• Sundarbans mangrove forests in the southern
coastal areas.
6. 4. BIODIVERSITY
TAMIL NADU:
• Tamil Nadu boasts a rich biodiversity with
numerous plant and animal species. The Western
Ghats are a biodiversity hotspot and home to
various endemic species.
• The state also has a diverse range of medicinal
plants.
WEST BENGAL:
• West Bengal's biodiversity is influenced by the
Himalayan region in the north and the Gangetic
plains in the south.
• The Sundarbans mangroves are famous for their
Royal Bengal Tiger population.
7. 5. CONSERVATION EFFORTS
TAMIL NADU:
• The state has established several protected areas and
wildlife sanctuaries, such as Mudumalai National Park
and Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, to conserve its natural
vegetation and wildlife.
WEST BENGAL:
• The Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
and a Ramsar Wetland of International
Importance. Conservation efforts in West Bengal
primarily focus on protecting the unique
ecosystem of the mangroves.
