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Chaparral biome
The chaparral biome, coming from the Spanish word meaning "shrub oak", is the smallest biome in the world. With very hot and dry summers lasting up to five months, and mild winters where temperatures can drop to freezing, the chaparral carries extreme temperatures on both sides of the spectrum. With a terrain of forests and grasslands, rocky hills and mountainous slopes, the chaparral is prone to bushfires and droughts, and the flora and fauna have adapted appropriately to combat this harsh weather. Commonly confused with the desert biome due to the heat and dryness, the chaparral is different as it receives more annual rainfall. |
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