Question

Give examples of organisms found in :

(a) Desert habitat

(b) Grassland habitat

(c) Freshwater habitat

(d) Mountain habitat

Answer 1

(a) Desert habitat:

1. A desert has a dry climate with less moisture present in the sandy soil.
2. Different types of organisms are found in the desert such as snakes, rats, camels, etc.

(b) Grassland habitat:

1. The grassland habitat is the terrestrial habitat which is dominated by grasses and few large herbs and shrubs are found.
2. Organisms found in desert habitats are deer, lions, bison, reindeer, etc.

(c) Freshwater habitat:

1. Freshwater habitat refers to the aquatic habitat where water is not saline such as ponds, lakes, rivers, streams, springs, bogs, and wetlands.
2. Freshwater organisms include snakes, dolphins, bell spiders, etc.

(d) Mountain habitat:

1. Mountain is also a terrestrial habitat with a cold and windy climate.
2. Organisms belonging to the mountain habitat include sheep, goats, beer, yak, etc.