Question

Describe the layers of the forest in detail. [4 mark]

Answer 1

Forest has usually four layers:

• Forest floor: The bottom-most layer is called the forest floor. It is the darkest layer and very few plants can grow here. [1 mark]
• Understory: The middle layer formed by shrubs and small trees is called the understory layer. It is the home for many animals. [1 mark]
• Canopy: The layer above understory is called the canopy. It is formed by the tall trees and their widely spread branches. [1 mark]
• Emergent: Some forests have an additional layer on top known as the emergent layer. This layer emerges over the canopy. [1 mark]