Canadian Biomes

Canadian Biomes Regions of Canada separated by differences in biotic (living) and abiotic factors We will focus on 4 terrestrial (land-based) and 2 types of aquatic (water-based)

Tundra map

Tundra Most northerly (Arctic) BIOTIC: Moss, grasses, sedges, hare, snowy owl, Arctic fox, caribou, polar bear ABIOTIC: Cold winter, poor soil, strong winds, short summer days, rocky, little precipitation (snow)

Boreal forest map

Boreal Forest (Taiga) South of Tundra BIOTIC: Coniferous trees, squirrels, moose, black bear, wolves ABIOTIC: Lots of precipitation, low sunlight, acidic soil, hot summers and cold winters

Grassland Map

Grassland Western Canada (“The Prairies”) BIOTIC: Grasses, wildflowers, rattlesnakes, prairie dogs, elk, bison ABIOTIC: Little rainfall, windy, most fertile soil

Temperate Deciduous Forest Map

Temperate Deciduous Forest Right around us! BIOTIC: Mixed forest, ferns, shrubs, birds, deer, racoons, chipmunks MOST BIODIVERSE! ABIOTIC: Hot humid summers, cold winters, high rainfall, rocky

AQUATIC BIOMES

Marine Biomes High salt content Many different ones: ocean floor, coral reefs, open ocean, etc. In Canada along Hudson and James Bays

Freshwater Biomes Low salt content Include lakes, streams, rivers and wetlands Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River Many near us!