Luzon Montane Rainforests
The Luzon Montane Rainforests include the high elevations of numerous mountain ranges, including the Northern and Southern Sierra Madre, which run parallel to Luzon's northeastern coast. The island of Luzon is located in the western Pacific Ocean. It is the Philippines' largest island and is located at the northern end of the island group. The montane forests are extremely valuable due to the abundance of endemic species. They prevent soil erosion and protect water quality.
This forest is one of the Philippines' organically least well-known ecoregions. As a result of its long isolation from other landmasses, Luzon has produced many exceptional species of plants and animals. This ecoregion's montane forests begin at about 1,000 m and are distinguished by the presence of oak and laurel species. Because of the thick moss covering the branch, tree branches appear many times thicker than they are. Because of the thick moisture and abundant organic material on and around trees in this area, plants that are not typically epiphytes become aerial.
Location: Luzon Island, Philippines
