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Naturalized and invasive plants were recorded in all regions of Nigeria and are mostly found in urban and agricultural landscapes. This baseline information can support further ecological...
This study attempts to synthesize pollen records from Nigeria (tropical western Africa) and nearby regions to quantitatively assess Holocene regional vegetation changes (turnover) and stability...
Adeyemi O. Olusola. Highlights the rich diversity of geomorphic features in Nigeria. Identifies potential geoheritage sites in Nigeria. Describes geological, climatic, biotic, and anthropogenic influences on the Nigerian landscape and landforms.
As part of the zonal vegetation, Isoberlinia wood lands would have developed on soils with a medium water and nutrient supply under the climatic conditions characteristic for this zone; just as...
Fig. 1: Relief and main physical features of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Much of Nigeria’s surface consists of ancient crystalline rock of the African Shield. Subject to erosion and weathering for long periods, the landscape of most parts of the country is
1 mar 2023 · This chapter reviews the geology and landscape of southwestern Nigeria. The basement complex rocks in western Nigeria are sources of minerals and support some tourist attractions. The first section focuses on the geology of southwestern Nigeria, while the subsections on the landscape discuss the evolution of inselbergs and pediments.
The vegetation of Nigeria is diverse, in the far north and east, where there is almost no rain, the so-called Sahel (deserted) extends. There is almost no green vegetation there. On the other side of Lake Chad, on the contrary, reeds and papyrus grow thickly.
