Forest
This forest type is hot, wet, and full of animals and plants.
What is a tropical rainforest?
Grasslands have very few of these.
What are tall trees?
Freshwater biomes include lakes, rivers, and __________.
Which is the largest hot desert in the world?
What is the Sahara?
The tundra has few trees because:
The ground is frozen.
What kind of forest has four seasons and trees that lose their leaves in the fall?
What is a temperate deciduous forest?
African grasslands are called __________.
Which aquatic biome covers most of Earth’s surface?
What is the ocean/marine biome?
This plant stores water in its thick stem.
What is a cactus?
The frozen soil in the tundra is called
What is permafrost?
This forest type is cold, with evergreen trees like pine and spruce.
What is a taiga/boreal forest?
Grasslands in North America are called __________.
What are prairies?
Why are wetlands (swamps and marshes) important for animals?
They give shelter, food, and safe nesting spots.
Why do many desert plants have small or no leaves?
To reduce water loss.
Name one animal that lives in the tundra.
Polar bear, caribou, arctic fox, snowy owl
Name one animal that might live in a temperate forest.
bear, deer, fox, owl, squirrel
Why do prairies have such rich soil?
Because grasses die back each year and add nutrients.
Coral reefs are often called the “__________ of the sea” because they are full of life.
What is rainforest?
How do desert animals like kangaroo rats survive without drinking water?
They get water from seeds/food and conserve it in their bodies.
In summer, the tundra has “midnight sun.” What does this mean?
The sun stays up all day and night for weeks.
Why do trees in the taiga have needles instead of wide leaves?
To keep water during cold, dry winters.
Many grassland animals are fast runners. Why is this an adaptation?
To escape predators in wide, open spaces with little cover.
Why are estuaries (where rivers meet the sea) important for wildlife?
They provide rich nutrients and safe nurseries for young animals.
Why do many desert animals come out only at night?
Because it is cooler and they can save water.
What is the difference between Arctic tundra and alpine tundra?
Arctic tundra is near the North Pole; alpine tundra is on mountains.