grassland ecology

An introduction to grassland habitats including information about land, water, and underground homes and looks at some of the plants and animals that live in prairies.

"What plants and animals call grassy flatlands home? Find out what lives in grassland habitats"--Provided by publisher.

The diversity of plant and animal life on the planet is a topic of both high interest and importance for young readers. This text explores a biome that many will easily identify and with which they may have some familiarity. Several types of grasslands are explored, including details on their formation, locations, climate, and flora and fauna. Examples include North America's Great Plains and the steppes of central Asia. Ecological impact to the areas due to natural phenomena and human intervention are also discussed.

From the Great Plains of North America to the Eurasian Steppes, full-color spreads highlight the key features of the various types of grasslands found all over Earth.

"Grasslands are lands dominated by grasses, rather than large shrubs or trees. There are two main types of grasslands--tropical and temperate. Grasslands are the most widespread biome on land, covering one-fifth of the land surface. Directly or indirectly, grasses provide a very large proportion of human food--either through cultivated cereal grains such as wheat or oats, or by providing food for both wild and domestic animals that are eaten, such as deer or cattle"--Back cover.

Describes the grassland ecosystem as a place made up of animals and plants that are interdependent.

Presents a short study of grasslands, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

Readers learn about what a grassland is, which plants and animals live there, and differences between temperate and tropical grassland.

Meet some of the animals that survive in the vast grasslands, from fast-running cheetahs to prairie dogs.

Text and photographs look at the climate, plants, and animals of grassland biomes.