The wildlife reserve "Yala Protected Area Complex" is part of Sri Lanka's biodiversity hotspot. It contains both lowland tropical forest and important wetlands. Most of Sri Lanka's vertebrate species are found in Yala, including elephant, bear and leopard. Within the park, at least 700 species of flowering plants, 41 mammal species, and 168 species of resident and migrant birds can be found here. This book attempts to present the reader with comprehensive and important information on the biodiversity, ecology and other aspects of this tropical wildlife paradise.
- ISBN13 9789559114338
- Publish Date 31 December 2004
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country LK
- Imprint Wildlife Heritage Trust
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 238
- Language English