Forest Areas of Pakistan: Growing Threats to Ecosystems and Biodiversity
Forest Areas of Pakistan: Growing Threats to Ecosystems and Biodiversity Forest Areas of Pakistan: Growing Threats to Ecosystems and Biodiversity Forests are among the most valuable natural resources on Earth . They regulate climate, protect soil, provide habitat for wildlife, and support human livelihoods. In Pakistan, forests play an even more critical role because the country is highly vulnerable to climate change, floods, and land degradation. Despite their importance, Pakistan’s forest ecosystems are under severe pressure due to deforestation, urban expansion, climate change, and illegal exploitation of natural resources. These threats are not only shrinking forest areas but also damaging biodiversity and ecological stability. Forest Resources in Pakistan Pakistan is considered a forest-poor country , with forests covering only about 5 percent of its total land area , which is far below the international benchmark of around 25 percent considered necessary for ecological b...
