FOREST ZONES
There are 4 Forest Zones in El Yunque.
1. Sierra Palm Forest: This forest is found in heights of over 1958 ft., as its name describes to you, the Sierra Palm is the dominating species.
2. Tabonuco Forest: Tabouco and Ausubo tree are dominant species but there are plenty of Yagrumo, Guaraguao, Laurel Sabino, and giant ferns.
3. Palo Colorado Forest: Occurs at 1970 ft.-2950 ft. Here you can find lots of Caimitillo, Caimitillo Verde and Palo Colorado.
4. En Las Nubes Forest: located 2500 ft. above sea level, this forest is limited to the highest mountain tops. These trees do not grow over 12 ft. Its usually very windy and the earth is saturated with water. Common tree species are Nemoco, Roble de Sierra, Limonsillo, Guayabota and Camasey.
