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Biomes of the World - Coggle Diagram
Biomes of the World
AquaticThe largest of all the ecosystems, oceans are very large bodies of water that dominate the Earth's surface. Like ponds and lakes, the ocean regions are separated into separate zones: intertidal, pelagic, abyssal, and benthic. All four zones have a great diversity of species.
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Forests
The forest biome encompasses any habitat on land that is dominated by trees, and the characteristic communities of plants, animals, and other organisms that inhabit these regions.
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Desert
Deserts are arid regions characterized by low precipitation levels and extreme temperatures, both hot and cold. Vegetation in deserts is sparse and adapted to survive in dry conditions, including cacti, succulents, and drought-resistant shrubs. Desert biomes are found on every continent and support a variety of specialized plants and animals, such as camels, snakes, and lizards.:
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GrasslandGrassland biomes are characterized by vast open spaces with grasses as the dominant vegetation. They are found in regions with seasonal rainfall, such as the African savannas and the prairies of North America. Grasslands support grazing animals like zebras, antelopes, bison, and are also home to predators like lions and wolves.
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TundraThe tundra biome is characterized by its extremely cold temperatures, low biodiversity, and frozen soil (permafrost). It's found in polar regions, such as the Arctic and subarctic regions, and experiences long winters with short summers. Vegetation in the tundra includes mosses, lichens, grasses, and dwarf shrubs
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