What types of forests cover much of Odisha?

Forests cover nearly one-third of Odisha and are primarily classified into two types: tropical moist deciduous and tropical dry deciduous.1

The tropical moist deciduous forests are found in the hills, plateaus, and more isolated areas of the state's northeastern region, while the tropical dry deciduous forests are located in the southwest. Generally, the density of the forest cover decreases as one moves from the northeast to the southwest. Both of these forest types support the growth of bamboo and various tropical hardwoods, including teak, rosewood, and padauk.1