Exploring Earth's Biomes

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Biome

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Large ecosystem with distinct climate, flora, and fauna

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Tundra

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Cold, treeless, low biodiversity, permafrost

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Taiga

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Coniferous forests, cold winters, short summers

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Temperate Forest

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Deciduous trees, four seasons, moderate rainfall

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Tropical Rainforest

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High rainfall, biodiversity, near equator

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Grassland

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Dominated by grasses, few trees, moderate rainfall

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Desert

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Low rainfall, extreme temperatures, sparse vegetation

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Savanna

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Grassland with scattered trees, wet and dry seasons

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Chaparral

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Hot, dry summers, mild, wet winters, shrubs

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Aquatic Biomes

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Freshwater and marine, diverse ecosystems