1. Biomes Biome – large region characterized by specific climate & certain types of plants & animals – i.e., similar ecosystems – Also called a terrestrial ecosystem Biomes are determined by Climate – weather conditions in an area over long time; includes: – Temperature – Precipitation = rainfall – Humidity – Winds

2. Type of biome changes with: Latitude – distance north or south of equator Altitude – height above sea level

3. Biomes are characterized by: – Abiotic factors – the non-living part of the environment, including water, rocks, light & temperature – Biotic factors – factors that are associated with or results from the activities of living organisms Including, Predation, Decomposition, Reproduction

4. Can you identify the abiotic and biotic factors in the ecosystem below?

5. Arctic Decreasing precipitation Subarctic Temperate Tropical Decreasing temperature Cold Hot DryWet Biome Graphic Organizer: Record COMPLETELY & TURN IN! Tundra Taiga Temperate forest Temperate Grassland Desert Tropical rain forestSavanna Desert