When rain comes to the parched African savanna, the animals use all their senses to track the storm. The porcupine smells rain in the air. The zebras see lightning. The baboons hear thunder. The rhino feels the first drops. And the lion tastes the cool water. For a time, the grasslands abound with new green leaves, juicy fruits, and fresh pools of water. But soon the hot sun dries out the land, and the animals must again wait for the next big rain.
A short study of the various types of grasslands, including edaphic grasslands, climatic grasslands, and derived grasslands, where they are located, endangered plants and animals, and efforts to protect them
Grasslands are areas with lots of grasses, low rainfall and very few trees. Find out how brush fires and seasonal drought help maintain a perfect home for a variety of organisms by keeping the grass at a low level. Learn about prairies, savannas and steppes and how each is unique in their support of animal life.
Grasslands are wide, open places where grass is the main plant. From camels to kangaroos, and hyenas to horses, you'll discover that there is a lot more alive in grasslands than just grass!
