Cold environments adaptations

what have plants had to adapt to in cold environments

permafrost, poor drainage, low sunlight, strong wind

plant adaptations cold environments

quick photosynthesis, low lying to withstand wind and cold

barberry plant adaptations

shallow root system adapted to frozen soil, grow in bunches, thorns protect against herbivores

arctic fox adaptations

thick fur and tail for insulation, small ears to prevent heat loss, white/brown changing coat for camouflage

musk ox adaptations

2 layers of fur to trap heat, large, hard hooves to break ice and find buried vegetation, short legs and big bodies to minimise heat loss

snowy owl adaptations

thick feathers for insulation, white and grey feathers for camouflage, daytime hunting for midnight sun