Arctic Tundra

Biome Characteristics

located

Mostly Canada and Northern Russia

climate is

Harsh, Long Winter Short Summer

precipitation

Less than 10 Inches

ground layer is

Permafrost

animal adaptations

Morphological

Physiological

body consists of

Thick Fur/Heavy Insulation

Camoflauge

changes color in seasons

Arctic Fox

Specialized Feet/Hooves

adapted for

Slippery Surfaces Such As Permafrost

example

Polar Bears

also aids in

Cold Water Swimming

Behavioral

penguins

Huddle Together to Share Warmth

Fat Layer (Blubber)

mostly endothermic

Body Temperature Regulation

blood vessels

Shunt Blood for Cold Protection

Small Extremities

helps

Reduce Surface Area

example

Walrus

flippers in penguins

Counter Current Heat Exchange

form herds for protection

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Musk Oxen

small rodents

Bury Beneath Snow