Measurable impacts of climate change on biodiversity and livelihoods in the tropical dry deciduous forest of Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh, India

Abstract

This study investigates the measurable impacts of climate change on biodiversity and livelihoods within the tropical dry deciduous forest of Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh, India. With climate change emerging as a significant global concern, its effects on delicate ecosystems like the tropical dry deciduous forest are of paramount importance. Through a combination of field surveys, data analysis, and community engagement, an evaluation was conducted on the changes in vegetation and the impact on local livelihoods resulting from shifting climatic patterns. The findings underscore the critical need for adaptive strategies to mitigate the adverse consequences of climate change on both biodiversity and the well-being of local communities in this region.