A savanna is a rolling grassland scattered with shrubs and isolated trees, which can be found between a tropical rainforest and desert biome. They are found to the north and south of tropical rainforest biomes. Savanna vegetation includes scrub, grasses and occasional trees, which grow near water holes , seasonal rivers or aquifers . Plants and animals have to adapt to the long dry periods.
Savannas are grasslands found in Africa, Australia, South America, and India. The climate is warm or hot. Savannas experience both dry and rainy seasons. Each year, savannas receive about 20 to 50 inches of rain in a span of six to eight months. The other months are dryer. There’s also a threat of wildfires because of the severe dryness during these months. Grasslands are true to their name because their vegetation is mostly grass. Savannas are home to a wide range of animals, including different species of beetles and insects, which many creatures consume. Squirrels, mice, elephants, gazelles, and antelopes are the plant-eating animals that live in the savanna. Hyenas, lions, and leopards are some of the meat-eating animals in these areas. Some of the nonliving components of the system include very porous soil that allows water to drain easily.
