Summary
Mires (peat-forming systems) are very localized within East Africa, being concentrated in areas of higher rainfall and lower temperature. The main centre is the high ground of the wetter part of the Western Rift, in southwestern Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and probably Zaire. Peat-forming species include trees, such as Erica and Syzygium, sedges and Sphagnum. Mire stratigraphy is very variable between sites, reflecting a diversity of environmental contexts. Many changes in the characteristics of mire sediments in particular profiles appear to be related to climatic events. Some recent changes in mire vegetation are the result of human influence.
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Mire sediments in East Africa
