Grasslands

Jason MeiningerMac ClarkKayleb JesterAmanda SmithBrianna MurrayPeriod 4Due: 1/14/2011

1Location

North America (such as South Dakota and Nebraska), South America ,Europe, Africa , Asia Middle latitude

ClimateCold winters and hot summersWinter as low as -40 F and Summers are around 70 FMostly dryHas 2 seasons- one is a growing season with no frost; the second season is dormant- nothing grows because its too cold

Precipitation Rainfall is about 500 to 900 mm. per yearThe rain is great enough to support grasses and about 50 trees and plants

Plants and AdaptationsPlants- Flea band, Milkweed, Big Blue Stem grass, Stinging nettleAdaptation for a Flea Band- when burnt it lets off smoke that repels insects and is also used to sooth sore throatsAdaptations for a Indian grass- is a perennial plant native to the United States and known as warm season grassAdaptations for Milk Weed -attracts bees, butterflies, and humming birds and five inside pedals are hooded yellow or orange

Milk Weed

Animals and Adaptations The animals in the grassland adapt to dry windy conditionsGrasshoppers- 1. Their long legs help them jump far distances. 2. The grasshopper has an exoskeleton skin that protects it like a shield of armor.Antelope 1. Acute senses of smell and hearing give antelopes ability to perceive danger at night when out in the open. ( When lions are often on prowl). 2.Their eyes are placed on the sides of their heads give them a broad radius of vision.Bison- 1. Huge herds of bison once roamed the grassland. 2. Their grazing and dust bathing influenced the composition of plant communities and other animals .

Plants and AdaptationsBig Blue stem Grass adaptations -beard grass and it grows in little hill shaped groupsSting Nettle Adaptations- sting is caused by formic acid that covers the hairs of the plant and it is dangerous

Land and Agricultural UsesFarming and ranchingThe soil is very richThe land is used for growing cropsFood-oats, wheat and barely are grown.

Cattle ranching in Montana on a Prairie.

Tourist Attractions

Samburu National Reserve Located in KenyaThe things you can do there are: see animals such as cheetahs, lions, and leopards. You can also view birds. Shamwari Grasslands- Located in eastern cape of South Africa - Many animals to look at such as elephants and rhinos, this is a family destination area, and has a popular bush spa

9Gegentala GrasslandsLocationnorth of Hohhot in Mongolia in China View sceneryEat Mongolian food and watch Mongolian dances.

Environmental ConcernsOver use of rich soilOver plowingMany species are losing their homes because of people taking to much of the land.

Farmers uses winter wheat this plant to make the soil better.