Climate and the Grasslands A biome presentation by Lori Epperson and Debbie Hanninen

Characteristics of Our Biome Rolling grassland, dotted with trees Two seasons: dry (winter) and wet (summer) Transition zone Covers 25-30% of the Earth’s surface

Locations of Our Biome

Climate Semiarid Grassland Cycle Monsoon climate Winter winds bring dry season –u–up to 7 months –A–Average temp: 65 degrees F –f–fires Summer winds bring wet season –2– inches of rain –A–Average temp: 80+ degrees F

Grass (primary producer) 7,494 tons Grazers (primary consumers) 61 tons Lion (secondary consumer) 450 pounds

Grasses & Adaptations Soil C-4 grasses Seeds & Pollen Plant structure Growth Habits Mulch Microorganisms

Importance of Fires Removes competition Clears away mulch build-up

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