Abiotic Features of the Chaparral
Hot, Dry Summers
Cool, Moist Winters
Thin, Nutrient-Poor Soil
Periodic Fires
Cool, Moist Winters
Thin, Nutrient-Poor Soil
Periodic Fires
Major Plant Species
Oak Tree
Approximately 600 extant species of Oak
Approximately 600 extant species of Oak
Major Animal Species
Coyote
Close relative to the grey wolf (slightly smaller)
Close relative to the grey wolf (slightly smaller)
3 Interesting Facts
1. Most animals are small and nocturnal
2. Plants have adapted to fires due to hot summers
3. Chaparral is from the Spanish word "chapa" or scrub oak
2. Plants have adapted to fires due to hot summers
3. Chaparral is from the Spanish word "chapa" or scrub oak