Uploaded on 2015-11-23 by Atelier37

**1.PROVISIONING SERVICES** a. FOOD. A number of water ways and Rivers (some seasonal) exist within Zaria which provide a means for all year round farming. Popularly referred to as "Fadama Farming" here in Nigeria. b. RAW MATERIALS. Raw materials for Vernacular Architecture are available in the form of Earth (Mud) for sun dried bricks, "Marmara" a type of sedimentary Rock for construction and Azara (Timber from Date palm Tree) ![Mud House Construction][1] Mud House Construction in Zaria City. **2.REGULATING SERVICES** a. POLLINATION: A number of birds, insects and animals exist which are responsible for pollination within the Savannah Region. Bats, doves, rats, Bees, Butterflies, Cattle e.t.c b. MODERATION OF EXTREME EVENTS: The adaption of certain plant species such as baobab, Neem and Eucalyptus have help in reducing/controlling the desertification that is presently threatening the Savannah region of Zaria. ![Eucalyptus Tree at the Zaria Industrial Layout][2] **3.HABITAT OR SUPPORTING SERVICES** a.HABITAT FOR SPECIES. The Zaria Savannah Region is home to a Variety of plant Species such as the baobab and Neem to mention a few. This in-turn provides food and fuel source for the local Inhabitants ![enter image description here][3] Baobab Tree in Wusasa Zaria ![enter image description here][4] A neem Tree infront of a House in Yeskwake, Zaria City **4.CULTURAL SERVICES** a. TOURISM: The Hausa culture in Zaria Though not very popular through its architecture, crafts and art Provides a means of Tourism to interested Guest. b.AESTHETIC APPRECIATION AND INSPIRATION FOR CULTURE, ART AND DESIGN Vernacular Architecture Motifs at Emirs Palace Zaria ![Emirs Palace Zaria City][5] [1]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14482956948144583.jpg [2]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14482977235567315.jpg [3]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14482990812355245.jpg [4]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14482986879901494.jpg [5]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14482982232139068.jpg