Tree Cover and Canopy Height median data of the Western Ghats, India

The dataset encompasses median values for Tree cover (Hansen Global Forest Change v1.9 (2000-2021)) and Canopy height ( Global Forest Canopy Height, GEDI_V27), measured at a 30-meter resolution, across 25 protected areas in the Western Ghats of India. To provide a detailed analysis, the data is further segmented into eight distinct slope aspects characterized using Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) data with 30 m resolution, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of how tree cover and canopy height vary across different topographical features. Additionally, the dataset includes median values computed for various slope and elevation ranges for different aspects, offering insights into how these factors influence vegetation characteristics in each protected area.