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Grassland

Ecosystem dominated by grasses.

prairie

A grassland is an area dominated by grasses rather than trees or shrubs. These ecosystems are characterized by seasonal temperature variations and moderate rainfall, supporting a wide variety of grazing animals and diverse plant life adapted to fire and grazing pressure.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡræsˌlænd/

Etymology

From Old English græsland, land covered with grass.

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Grasslands are big, open areas covered mostly in grass instead of trees, like prairies and savannas.

Fun Facts

Grasslands cover 25% of Earth's land surface
Grasses have adapted to survive grazing animals and wildfires
Some grasslands, like the pampas in Argentina, are used for agriculture

FAQ

What is a grassland? An ecosystem dominated by grasses
Where are grasslands found? They exist on every continent except Antarctica
What animals live in grasslands? Zebras, lions, and bison are common grassland inhabitants

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

prairie savanna steppe

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

ecosystem biome

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

prairie savanna steppe pampas grassland desert

Meronyms — Parts or Components

grass soil roots

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

biosphere terrestrial biome

Indexes

biome natural ecosystem wild animal

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