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Biome
Geographic areas with ecosystems that share similar abiotic and biotic factors.
Desert
A land biome with very little rain, usually hot and dry, covering 1/3 of Earth's land.
Grasslands
Biomes dominated by grasses that act as carbon sinks and are rich in invertebrates.
Tropical Rainforest
Biomes near the equator characterized by heavy rainfall and high biodiversity.
Temperate Rainforest
A biome located between the tropics and polar circles with a mild climate and distinct seasons.
Temperate Deciduous Forest
A common biome in the US with seasonal variations where trees lose leaves in fall.
Taiga
A forest biome with coniferous trees in northern regions, colder with fewer reptiles and amphibians.
Tundra
A cold, dry, treeless biome with frozen ground, housing many furry mammals.
Aquatic Biomes
Biomes that depend on abiotic factors such as temperature, sunlight, and dissolved oxygen.
Wetlands
Biomes with a thin layer of water over soil, nutrient-rich and biodiverse.
Estuary
A biome where freshwater meets saltwater, home to brackish water and diverse marine life.
Open Ocean
A biome that starts from the continental shelf, rich in algae and supporting diverse marine life.
Intertidal Zone
The area between tidal lines where organisms adapt to varying moisture, oxygen, and salinity.
Coral Reef
Shallow tropical biomes structured by coral, known for their high biodiversity.
Ecosystem Services
The benefits provided by ecosystems, including supporting, provisioning, regulating, and cultural services.
Supporting Services
Necessary ecosystem functions that support all life, such as nutrient cycling.
Provisioning Services
Economic benefits derived from ecosystems, including food, freshwater, and resources.
Regulating Services
Benefits gained from the regulation of ecosystem processes, like pollination and climate regulation.
Cultural Services
Benefits obtained from experiences with ecosystems, including recreation and economic opportunities.
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