South Africa: The Allure of the 'plant kingdom'
The variety of climate types in South Africa, such as the tropical savanna climate and Mediterranean climate, significantly influences the distribution of plant and animal life in the region.
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South Africa is situated at the southernmost point of the African continent, flanked by the Indian Ocean on the east and the Atlantic Ocean on the west. This geographical positioning encompasses several nations, including the Republic of South Africa, Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique. The country experiences a variety of climate types, such as tropical savanna and Mediterranean climates, which have significantly influenced the distribution of both plant and animal life in the region.
Renowned for its remarkable plant kingdom, South Africa boasts over 18,000 plant species, many of which are endemic to the area. The country's vegetation is mainly coniferous and features a wealth of succulent plant varieties.
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About Unboxing Africa Series
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) is a collaborative dialogue platform connecting China and various African nations. This forum's objective is to foster equality, mutual benefits, and deeper understanding among its members, while also strengthening friendships, building consensus, and enhancing cooperation. Participants include China, 53 African countries with diplomatic ties to China, and the African Union Commission. The 2024 FOCAC Summit is scheduled to occur in Beijing from September 4 to 6, bringing together representatives from the diverse and biologically rich continent of Africa. CN plans to present engaging nature-related insights about African countries in a blind box format, encouraging everyone to delve into this fascinating and enchanting continent.
(All images via CFP, designed by Yin Yating and Zhu Shangfan.)
Lucas Dupont contributed to this report for TROIB News
Renowned for its remarkable plant kingdom, South Africa boasts over 18,000 plant species, many of which are endemic to the area. The country's vegetation is mainly coniferous and features a wealth of succulent plant varieties.
For more:
East Africa: The world-renowned great migration
West Africa: A land with both diverse landscapes and cultures
North Africa: Mysterious plateaus, deserts and sea
About Unboxing Africa Series
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) is a collaborative dialogue platform connecting China and various African nations. This forum's objective is to foster equality, mutual benefits, and deeper understanding among its members, while also strengthening friendships, building consensus, and enhancing cooperation. Participants include China, 53 African countries with diplomatic ties to China, and the African Union Commission. The 2024 FOCAC Summit is scheduled to occur in Beijing from September 4 to 6, bringing together representatives from the diverse and biologically rich continent of Africa. CN plans to present engaging nature-related insights about African countries in a blind box format, encouraging everyone to delve into this fascinating and enchanting continent.
(All images via CFP, designed by Yin Yating and Zhu Shangfan.)
Lucas Dupont contributed to this report for TROIB News
