Tundra
In just a few words, how would we describe the Tundra biome?
Flat and cold
Taiga (Boreal Forest) is the smallest land biome on Earth- True or False?
False- the Taiga is the largest land biome on Earth
How many seasons usually exist in Temperate Forest regions?
Four- Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
This biome is sometimes also called what?
Plains or prairie
Seasonal rainfall allows some trees to grow in this biome- True or False?
True! Savannas are mostly grasses with some trees intermixed.
Deserts are hot in the evenings and in winter- True or false?
False- deserts are the hottest biome, but can get quite cold at night and in the winter.
This biome is the least biodiverse on planet Earth- True or False?
False! Tropical Rainforests are the most biodiverse on Earth.
This biome contains mostly salt water- True or False?
False- Freshwater biomes are categorized by a very low concentration of salt.
This is the smaller of the two Aquatic biomes we've studied- True or False?
False! Marine biomes are the largest on Earth.
Where do small mammals (like mice) go to survive the harsh winters in the Tundra?
Tunnels in the snow
What kind of plants (trees) are mostly found in this biome?
Evergreen trees, also called conifers
What are some of the animals that exist in this biome?
Deer, woodpecker, and bears.
This biome contains mostly grasses with some trees- True or False?
False! There are no trees in the Grassland biome.
A combination of what TWO things are important for maintaining the Savanna?
Fire and grazing animals.
Plants and animals in this biome need adaptations to survive what conditions?
Very little to no water (or rainfall).
What continents are Tropical Rainforests mostly found in?
Africa, Asia, and South America.
What is an example of a type of body of water that is categorized as Freshwater?
Lake, Rivers, Streams, or ponds.
How many oceans does the Marine biome include?
5
What are examples of plants that grow in the Tundra?
Low growing plants, such as Grass and Moss
What two things do most mammals and birds do to survive the long winters in this biome?
Hibernate and Migrate
Many of the trees in this Biome shed their leaves in the fall- True or False?
True! Many of the trees in a Temperate Forest shed their leaves in the fall and become dormant in the winter.
What natural factors prevent trees from growing in this Biome?
Frequent fires (because it stays relatively dry)
What is an example of a long legged animal that lives in this biome?
Giraffes, zebras, gazelle, antelope, or Ostriches
Temperature swings make this an extreme environment- where do some of these animals go to survive the intense heat?
They burrow underground to find more stable temperatures
What well-known line of Latitude is this biome most commonly found near?
The Equator!
What is an animal you could find in a freshwater biome? (Hint: photos of them were on our Google Slides)
Alligator, Otter, Trout, or Frogs
What is an example of a mammal that lives in the Marine biome?
Whales, dolphins, seals, seal lions, walruses
What is the term for "A thick layer of ice that lies just below the shallow soil all year round, which prevents trees from anchoring their roots."
Permafrost
How do animals like weasels, grouse, and rabbits (who do not hibernate or migrate) survive the long Taiga winters?
They grow dense feathers or fur and turn white to match the snow.
This biome is categorized by existing very close to/directly on the equator- True or False?
False, Temperate regions are not very close to the equator. Tropical regions are located on the equator.
What is an example of a large mammal in North America that lives in this biome? Hint: they travel in herds.
Bison!
What is an example of a predator that lives in the Savanna biome?
Lions, cheetahs, Hyenas, leopards, or wild dogs
What is an example of a desert plant?
Cactus and/or succulents
What environmental factor is the responsible for all the biodiversity found in Tropical Rainforests?
Year round rainfall, or a lot of rainfall
Name a body of water (must be specific) that is considered Freshwater?
Lake Jocassee, French Broad River, many possible answers
What is an example of a plant that lives in the ocean?
Sea grass, algae, kelp, many possible answers
Which continent is entirely categorized as Tundra?
Antarctica
What is the name of the National Park we studied as part of "Fat Bear Week"?
Katmai National Park
What is the name of a National Park located in the Temperate Forest region?
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
What subregion in the United States contains the most Grassland ecosystems?
The midwest US.
What continent is most commonly associated with a Savanna biome?
Africa
What subregion in the United States contains mostly desert ecosystems?
The Southwest US- states like Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Texas
What is the name of the most iconic, or well known, Tropical Rainforest on Earth?
The Amazon Rainforest
What is the term for a mixture of fresh and salt water?
Brackish Water
Name all 5 of the worlds oceans
Pacific, Indian, Atlantic, Artic, Southern