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Animal adaptation in grasslands
Short Note
Solution
- The Tropical Grasslands (Savannah) extend between 10° to 20° N and S.
- The abundance of grass cover and its perennial nature have made savannah biomes rich in herbivore animals.
- Seasonal change in colour of grass has provided a natural shelter for animals.
- This grassland supports a large number of hoofed animals.
- A variety of herbivore animals of different sizes from rabbits to elephants are found here.
- With rich herbivore density, these grasslands also support a number of carnivorous animals.
- In temperate grassland region, soft and juicy grass grows, therefore animal life is rich and varied.
- Herbivore animals like zebras, wolves, deer, gazelles and wild horses are found. Coyote is a carnivore.
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Terrestrial Biomes - Savannah Grassland Biome
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