Grassslands

Grasslands

by:MatthewGraves,Nakyahbess

by:Matthew Graves,Nakyah Bess

Research of

climate/weathe

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Grasslands often occur in areas with annual precipitation is between 600 mm
(24 in) and 1,500 mm (59 in) and average mean annual temperatures ranges from
−5 and 20 °C (Woodward et al. 2004). However, some grasslands occur in colder
(−20 °C) and hotter (30 °C) climatic conditions.[4] Grassland can exist in
habitats that are frequently disturbed by grazing or fire, as such
disturbance prevents the encroachment of woody species. Species richness is
particularly high in grasslands of low soil fertility such as serpentine
barrens and calcareous grasslands, where woody encroachment is prevented as
low nutrient levels in the soil may inhibit the growth of forest and shrub
species.

Animals/plants

Mites, insect larvae, nematodes and earthworms inhabit deep soil, which can reach 6 metres (20 ft) underground in
undisturbed grasslands on the richest soils of the world. These invertebrates, along with symbiotic fungi, extend the root
systems, break apart hard soil, enrich it with urea and other natural fertilizers, trap minerals and water and promote
growth. Some types of fungi make the plants more resistant to insect and microbial attacks.the The types of plants that are in
grasslands are purple needlegrass,oat,ryegrass,and buffalo grass.

Location of grasslands

Location. Temperate grasslands are located north of the Tropic of Cancer (23.5 degrees North) and
south of the Tropic of Capricorn (23.5 degrees South). The major temperate grasslands include the
veldts ofAfrica, the pampas of South America, the steppes ofEurasia, and the plains of North America.

Animal adaptation

A few of these adaptations are: Some animals, such as bison, have broad, flat-topped teeth and digestive
systems especially adapted to feed on grasses. Many prairie animals have front legs and paws that
allow them to burrow into the ground, where they are protected from predators.

Funfact

They do not receive enough rainfall to grow trees like a forest but they contain lots of grass so they
receive more rain than a desert. Interesting Grassland Biome Facts:Grasslands are also known as
prairies, pampas, steppes, and savannas.

Quiz

What will be the excxat climate of a grassland?
Answer:The average grassland reaches up to 5 to 20^c.
What type of animals live in grasslands?
Answer:Mostly purple needlegrass,oats,bison
How do animal adaptation happens in grasslands?
Answer:Flat teeth,& digestive systems for grass.

What would be the Exact degrees or celsius of a
grassland.

Credits

wikipidia,google , and a special thanks to Ducksters.