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Explore the unique climate, diverse plant life, and fascinating animal species found in the taiga biome. Learn about taiga adaptations and interesting facts about this ecosystem.
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By: Tucker McGlaughn Taiga Biomes
Taiga Climate The taiga climate is for the most part of the cold arctic air. Winter's LOWEST temperature in taiga is -65°F.Winter's HIGHEST temperature is 30° F.Summer's LOWEST temperature is 30° F.Summer's HIGHEST temperature is 70° F.
Taiga Plants • Balsam Fir • Black Spruce • Douglas-fir • Eastern Red Cedar • Jack Pine • Paper Birch • Siberian Spruce • White Fir • White poplar • White Spruce
Taiga Animals • Gray fox • Bald eagle • Bobcat grizzly bear red fox snowshoe rabbit river otter wolverine long- eared owl American black bear Canadian lynx
Interesting Facts • The taiga is prone to wildfires. • Because of this, many trees have adapted to this by growing thick bark, which can protect the tree from a mild fire.
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