TAIGA
Kara Gibson
- Average rainfall = 12 - 23 inches
- Average temperature range = -65 degrees F - 70 degrees F
- The taiga is important globally because it filters millions of gallons of water, and produces a lot of oxygen.
- Interesting fact: The world's oldest trees can be found in the taiga.
- The taiga has no seasonal changes.
Wolverine
It has strong teeth and powerful jaws to bite through frozen meat.
River Otter
It has eyes near the top of its head so it can see while being underwater.
Moose
It has thick fur to keep it warm in the winter.
Lynx
It has large paws so that it can walk in the snow easily.
Grizzly Bear
It hibernates during the cold months.
Evergreen Trees
They have needles so that the snow just rolls off.
Balsam Fir
They have winged sides to help them spread around for reproduction.
Jack Pine
They have rough bark to help with protection.
Black Spruce
They have layered twigs for protection.
White Fir
They have sturdy branches to hold up the snow.
Threat to Taiga
A threat is the cutting down of trees.
Endangered Species
Snow Leopard
Grizzly Bear and Fish
Predator/Prey
Lynx and Snow Hare
Predator/Prey
Owl and Mouse
Predator/Prey
Wolf and Raccoon
Predator/Prey