Abstract

The forest biome is a complex and diverse terrestrial ecosystem characterized by an abundance of trees, plants, animals, and microorganisms, interacting in intricate ways. Forests play a crucial role in maintaining global ecological balance, providing habitat for countless species, regulating climate patterns, and offering a wide range of ecosystem services to humans. This abstract provides an overview of the forest biome's key features, ecological significance, threats faced, and conservation efforts. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and preserving forest ecosystems to ensure the sustainable coexistence of both natural and human communities.

The forest biome, a complex and diverse terrestrial ecosystem, plays a crucial role in shaping global ecological processes and supporting a wide array of flora and fauna. This paper provides an overview of the forest biome's significance, its major types, ecological characteristics, and the myriad of services it offers to both nature and humanity. The examination of various forest biomes sheds light on their adaptations to different environmental conditions and the intricate interplay between abiotic and biotic factors. By understanding the forest biome's unique attributes, we can foster informed conservation strategies and sustainable management practices that ensure its preservation for current and future generations.

Keywords: Forest biome; Biodiversity; Ecosystem services; Ecologicalinteractions; Habitat; Climate regulation; Conservation; Deforestation;Species richness; Sustainable management