Characteristic of Grassland
Grasslands are dominated by grass with few or no trees. They develop in areas where there is not enough rain for a forest and too much for a forset, therefore it is refered to as a transitional landscape. Grasslands are found in both temperate and tropical areas where rainfall is between 250mm and 900mm per year. Can be natural or a result of human activity. Grasslands are also one of the most endangered biomes and easily turned to desert.In Australia they are one of the most threatened habitats.
Distribution of Grasslands across the world
Grasslands covers 25% of the Earth's surface.1 billion people depend on their livelihood as a food source. Grasslands are found on every continent except Antarctica.
This map shows the temperate grasslands and the savaannah/tropical grasslands in the world.