| Camera : | NIKON D200 |
| Shutter-speed : | 1/90 sec |
| Aperture : | f 4 |
| Exposure Mode : | Aperature Priority |
| ISO : | 250 |
| Exposure Compensation : | -1.7 EV |
| Flash : | No Flash |
| Focal Length : | 12 mm |
These unique shola forests interspersed with grasslands are found along the valleys in high-elevations of the Western Ghats. They are characterised by gnarled and stunted trees laden heavily with epiphytes including orchids.
