In the W is an area of high, forested mountains of volcanic origin. The country's most fertile soils are found in this region. A dry season in the N lasts from October to April. Natural Resources Cameroon is dependent primarily on its agricultural and timber resources. High-yield deposits of bauxite exist in N Cameroon.
Natural gas is found near Douala, and offshore deposits of petroleum are exploited.
Timber cutting and hunting have diminished the country's diverse wildlife resources, which include monkeys, chimpanzees, gorillas, antelopes, lions, and elephants, as well as numerous species of birds and snakes. The majority of the people are farmers who live in small towns or villages in S and central Cameroon. The country is divided into 10 provinces. Language and Religion French and English are both official languages. French principles of education predominate in Cameroon's secondary and technical schools.