After being away from the country for four years, I couldn't believe the deep color that I saw from the small window in the airplane. There are many more species, some of which are widespread in the country, and some which are limited to an ecosystem or a particular area. Under these canopy trees, there are smaller species of trees and shrubs with lots of prickly spines. During this season, the beige color of the tree trunks and shrubs contrasts with the pastel-colored flowers, that can be white, orange, purple and pink. Dry forests are much more endangered than the tropical rain forest, because of heavy deforestation in the Northern region of the country, where they are located.
Rainforests teem with life, both flora and fauna.
Since growth and decomposition are extremely rapid in this ecosystem, competition among species of flora is intense. Canopy trees grow long trunks that only contain branches in its upper area. Underneath these giants, there are thousands of species of smaller trees, like the prehistoric fern-tree, as well as shrubs, vines and bromeliads. However, since the sunlight is blocked by the gigantic trees above, vegetation isn't as thick as it could be. These areas thrive with life because of this nutrient-rich environment.