Grasslands and Savanna
⭐ MasteredGrasslands are wide open areas with few trees. African savannas are home to lions, giraffes, zebras and elephants.
Giraffes have the same number of neck bones as humans: seven.
All about Grasslands and Savanna
Grasslands are large open areas where grasses are the main plants and trees are few. Savannas are tropical grasslands with scattered trees, found mainly in Africa, South America and Australia. The seasons here are usually very wet or very dry.
African savannas are home to lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest. Grasses are adapted to fires and grazing, and they grow back quickly after the rains arrive.
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Real-life uses of Grasslands and Savanna
- Providing grazing land for cattle and sheep
- Supporting wildlife tourism and national parks
- Growing grain crops such as wheat and maize
Frequently asked questions about Grasslands and Savanna
Where are the world's grasslands?
Prairies in North America, pampas in South America, steppes in Asia and savannas in Africa and Australia.
Why are there few trees in a savanna?
Dry seasons, fire and grazing animals limit how many trees can grow, while grasses recover quickly.
What is the difference between a grassland and a savanna?
A grassland has mostly grass and few trees. A savanna is a tropical grassland with scattered trees.