Temperate Grasslands

Question 1

Temperate Grasslands

Answer 1

Here grasses are the dominant vegetation, while trees and large shrubs are absent
The veldts of South Africa,

the pampas of Argentina,

the steppes of Russia, and

the plains and prairies of central North America.

Question 2

Temperate Grasslands climate

Answer 2

Climate is characterized by hot summers and cold winters, and rainfall is moderate.

Question 3

Temperate Grasslands
grasses

Answer 3

Taller grasses grow in wetter areas.

Question 4

Temperate Grasslands
Drought and fires

Answer 4

Drought and fires affect biodiversity in the savanna.

Question 5

Temperate Grasslands
grass roots

Answer 5

Deep, multi-branched grass roots grow and decay in the dark, fertile soil, enriching it.

Question 6

Temperate Grasslands
rotted roots

Answer 6

Rotted roots bind to soil and feed plants.

Question 7

Temperate Grasslands
woody shrubs

Answer 7

Seasonal drought, fires, and large mammal grazing prevent woody shrubs and trees from establishing.
In river valleys, cottonwoods, oaks, and willows grow, along with some flowers.

Question 8

Temperate Grasslands animals

Answer 8

Animals include gazelles, zebras, rhinoceroses, lions, wolves, prairie dogs, rabbits, deer, mice, coyotes, foxes, skunks, badgers, blackbirds, grouses, meadowlarks, quails, sparrows, hawks, owls, snakes, grasshoppers, and spiders.