7. taiga

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The temperatureThe temperature in the summer is over 19C

ButThe temperature in winter is -30C

The precipitation and the locationThe precipitation in Taiga is about 450mm.

The location in Taiga is extend between North America,Europe,Asia and in the southern boundary of the artic tundra.It is also located in fresh elevations and in high altitudes.

Plants Taiga has fewer plant diversity . The most common tree is the

coniferous.

The terrain in the taiga is flat, acidic and contains nutrients. It is also rocky.

In wet areas may also be present oak, willaws and alders.

AnimalsThe cold climate of the Taiga makes it a difficult place for many

animals.

Many have thick coats of fur to insulate against the cold, and some hibernate. Other migrate to warmer areas during cold winters.

There are marshes and ponds during the summer.Typical predators in this area are grizzly bears, wolves, foxes, lynx

and wolverines.

Human beingsThere are some big cities in the southern part of the Taiga,such as

Muscovia and Toronto,but the most part is depopulated.

The biggest industries in the Taiga are:wood,minery and hydroelectric development.