Grasslands

=Grasslands (also called prairies)= =Andrew Weist=

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Grasslands are found in North America, South America, Russia, Asia, Europe. Precipitation can not be less than 10 in. per year; In the United States, there is an average of 20 in. per year on the eastern edge; 10 in. per year on the western and southern edge.The altitudes may vary depending upon location. Latitude also varies depending upon location. Winter temperatures can be as low as -40 degrees Fahrenheit. Summers can get up to 70 degrees Fahrenheit.=====

Animals in the Grasslands
Some animals that are seen on the Grasslands are cattle, sheep, antelope, coyote, fox, badgers, prairie dogs, ground squirrels, rattlesnake, spade foot toads, meadowlarks, and prairie chickens.



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There are a lot of plants in the grasslands. Some plants are pictured. Some of the most common plants found are Buffalo Grass, Sunflower, Blazing Stars, and Goldenrods. Grasslands have rich soil that is great for farming.=====