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Discover the fascinating variety of ecosystems across our planet, from the lush, warm climates of tropical forests, home to vibrant orchids, monkeys, and snakes, to the frigid conditions of the tundra, where bears and caribou roam. Learn about the unique features of deserts, grasslands, and temperate forests, including the plants and animals that inhabit each zone. This exploration takes you from the equatorial rainforests to the chilly taiga, highlighting the distinct weather patterns, soil types, and life forms that make each ecosystem special.
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Tropical Forest • Weather- Warm Weather year round (RAINS A LOT) • Soil- Moist • Plants- Orchids, Vines, trees • Animals- Monkeys, snakes, Birds, Insects • Where?- Near Equator
Taiga • Weather- Very Cold • Soil- Very cold but not frozen • Plants- Evergreen Trees • Animals- Deer, Elk, Squirrels, Hare • Where?- Alaska/Canada
Tundra • Weather- Freezing • Soil- Frozen • Plants- Lichens/ Small Plants • Animals Bears, Fox, Oxen, Caribou • Where?- Northern Canada, Northern Alaska
Desert • Weather- Cold or Hot • Soil- Dry • Plants- Cactus/Bushes • Animals- Snakes, Owls, Fox’s • Where?-Southern North America
Grassland • Weather-Cold or Hot • Soil- Moist • Plants- Grass/Shrubs • Animals- Deer, Fox’s, Rabbits • Where?- Mid America
Temperate Forest • Weather- Cooler, Hot • Soil- Moist • Plants- Trees, Shrubs • Animals- Bears, Deer, Fox • Where?- Eastern Shore
Fresh Water • Weather- Underwater • Soil- Sand, Water • Plants- Seaweed, Lillie Pads • Animals- Fish, Turtles • Where?- Ponds, Lakes, Rivers
Salt Water • Weather- Underwater • Soil- Sand, Underwater • Plants- Reef, Coral • Animals- Fish, Sea Fish • Where?- Ocean