The pie charts illustrate the percentages of the world’s forest area and timber production in five different regions.
Overall, Africa has the largest proportion of forest area, while Asia accounts for the smallest share. In contrast, North America produces the highest percentage of timber, whereas Africa contributes the least.
In terms of forest coverage, Africa represents the highest percentage at 27%, while Asia has the lowest figure at 14%. The proportions for South America, Europe, and North America are 16%, 18%, and 25% respectively.
On the other hand, North America contributes 30% of total timber production, making it the largest contributor. This is followed by South America and Europe, which account for 23% and 20% respectively. In contrast, Asia and Africa produce only 18% and 9% of the total timber, making them the smallest contributors among the five regions.