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Terrestrial Biomes: Near Equator definitions

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  • Tropical Rainforest
    Biome near the equator with high rainfall, consistent warmth, dense vegetation, and vertical habitat layers supporting vast biodiversity.
  • Savannah
    Tropical grassland with scattered trees, marked by a long dry season, frequent wildfires, and adaptations to drought.
  • Desert
    Region with extremely low precipitation, sparse vegetation, low biomass, and highly variable temperatures.
  • Biodiversity
    Rich variety of plant and animal species, especially prominent in equatorial rainforests.
  • Vertical Layering
    Arrangement of vegetation in distinct strata, creating multiple habitats within dense forests.
  • Biomass
    Total mass of living organisms in a given area, highest in rainforests and lowest in deserts.
  • Precipitation
    Amount of rainfall or moisture received, shaping the climate and vegetation of each biome.
  • Wildfire
    Natural disturbance common in savannahs, influencing species adaptations and ecosystem structure.
  • Adaptation
    Specialized trait enabling survival in challenging conditions like drought or fire.
  • Habitat
    Specific environment within a biome where organisms live, shaped by climate and vegetation.
  • Net Productivity
    Rate of biomass production, typically low in deserts due to limited water and vegetation.
  • Dry Season
    Extended period with minimal rainfall, characteristic of savannahs and influencing fire frequency.
  • Equator
    Imaginary line encircling Earth, near which tropical rainforests and savannahs are concentrated.
  • Vegetation
    Plant life present in a biome, ranging from dense forests to sparse desert flora.
  • Climate Graph
    Visual representation of temperature and precipitation patterns for a specific region or biome.