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Arctic Tundra - Coggle Diagram
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
body consists of
Thick Fur/Heavy Insulation
example
Polar Bears
also aids in
Cold Water Swimming
Camoflauge
changes color in seasons
Arctic Fox
Specialized Feet/Hooves
adapted for
Slippery Surfaces Such As Permafrost
Fat Layer (Blubber)
example
Walrus
Small Extremities
helps
Reduce Surface Area
Physiological
mostly endothermic
Body Temperature Regulation
blood vessels
Shunt Blood for Cold Protection
flippers in penguins
Counter Current Heat Exchange
Behavioral
penguins
Huddle Together to Share Warmth
form herds for protection
Musk Oxen
small rodents
Bury Beneath Snow