These forests are characterized by tall, broad-leaved trees that form a dense canopy. They occur in areas with high rainfall and temperatures, such as the islands of Abaco, Grand Bahama, and Andros. Common tree species include mahogany, cedar, and lignum vitae.
Pine forests:
Pine forests are found on the islands of Eleuthera and New Providence. They are dominated by Caribbean pine (Pinus caribaea), a tree that is well-adapted to the dry climate of these islands.
Mangroves:
Mangroves are salt-tolerant trees and shrubs that grow in intertidal zones along the coasts of the Bahamas. They form dense thickets that provide important habitat for a variety of marine life. Common mangrove species include red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle), black mangrove (Avicennia germinans), and white mangrove (Laguncularia racemosa).
Scrublands:
Scrublands are areas of low, dense vegetation that occur on dry, rocky soils. They are found on many of the smaller islands in the Bahamas, such as Bimini and Cat Cay. Common plant species in scrublands include seagrape (Coccoloba uvifera), bay cedar (Suriana maritima), and thatch palm (Thrinax morrisii).
Wetlands:
Wetlands are areas of land that are permanently or seasonally flooded with water. They occur in a variety of locations in the Bahamas, including coastal areas, river basins, and swamps. Wetlands provide important habitat for a variety of plants and animals, and they also play a vital role in the water cycle. Common wetland plant species include sawgrass (Cladium jamaicense), cattails (Typha spp.), and water lilies (Nymphaea spp.).
