2.3. Land cover
The forest area of ​​the province of Sidi Bel’Abbes is one of the densest and richest in the west of the country, with a rate of reforestation of 22%. According to 2014 forest conservation data, there are 36 forests, covering an area of ​​205.6 ha. This resinous constitution of 73% is highly exposed to the risk of fires that make it more vulnerable (Forest conservation, 2014 and 2017) (Photos 2).