Abiotic Features of Temperate Grasslands
Warm to Hot Summers
Cold Winters
Moderate, Seasonal Precipitation
Fertile Soils
Occasional Fires
Cold Winters
Moderate, Seasonal Precipitation
Fertile Soils
Occasional Fires
Major Plant Species
Buffalo Grass
Also known as sweet grass
Used often in herbal medicine
Also known as sweet grass
Used often in herbal medicine
Major Animal Species
Bison
Also known as buffalo
Classified as Herbivores
Also known as buffalo
Classified as Herbivores
3 Interesting Facts
1. Temperate Grasslands are also known as Prairies
2. Temperate Grasslands are usually located between a forest and a desert
3. Bison used to rule temperate grasslands by the millions before settlers invaded the area
2. Temperate Grasslands are usually located between a forest and a desert
3. Bison used to rule temperate grasslands by the millions before settlers invaded the area