Biomes of the World
Tropical Rainforest
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Location: Found near the equator in South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Australia.
Climate: High temperatures and abundant rainfall throughout the year.
Vegetation: Diverse and lush with a variety of tree species, epiphytes, and dense undergrowth.
Fauna: Home to a wide range of species, including colorful birds, primates, insects, and diverse plant and animal life.
Tundra
Grassland (Savanna):
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Temperate Deciduous Forest:
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Location: Found in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in Africa, South America, and Australia.
Climate: Seasonal rainfall with distinct wet and dry periods.
Vegetation: Dominated by grasses with scattered trees and shrubs; adapted to fires and grazing.
Fauna: Home to large herbivores like zebras, giraffes, and elephants, as well as predators like lions and hyenas.
Desert
Desert:
Location: Found in regions around 30 degrees latitude, both in hot and cold deserts.
Climate: Low precipitation, high temperatures during the day, and cold temperatures at night in some deserts.
Vegetation: Adapted to arid conditions, often consisting of succulents, cacti, and hardy shrubs.
Fauna: Includes animals with adaptations for water conservation, such as camels, reptiles, and small mammals.
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Location: Found in temperate regions, including parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Climate: Four distinct seasons with moderate temperatures and precipitation.
Vegetation: Deciduous trees that shed their leaves in the fall, such as oak, maple, and beech.
Fauna: Includes a variety of mammals, birds, and insects adapted to the changing seasons.
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Location: Found in high latitudes near the Arctic Circle (Arctic Tundra) and at high altitudes (Alpine Tundra).
Climate: Cold temperatures with a short growing season and permafrost in the ground.
Vegetation: Low-growing plants like mosses, lichens, and hardy shrubs; trees are generally absent in the Arctic Tundra.
Fauna: Adapted to the harsh conditions, including mammals like caribou and Arctic foxes, as well as migratory birds.
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