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Taiga Taiga is cold but is warmer than tundra and

receives more precipitation. Taiga is dominated by coniferous forests.

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Temperate Grasslands Temperate grasslands occur in areas with

cold winters and hot summers. They are dominated by grasses and herds of

grazing animals.

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Savanna Savannas are tropical grasslands with

alternating wet and dry seasons. They are dominated by herds of grazing

animals.

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Chaparral Chaparral is found in coastal regions with

warm, dry summers and mild winters. It is dominated by dense, spiny shrubs.

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Deserts receive less than 25 cm (9.9 in.) of precipitation per year.

Desert inhabitants have adaptations for conserving water.

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