Repetitive dry season fires have occurred in the African ... Three major selective forces dominate the evolution of plant traits in grasslands, recurring fire, periodic drought, and grazing.

But the researchers found that the effects are greatly multiplied in grassland areas for longer-lasting dry spells. In fact, the productivity of grassland vegetation can decrease by three times as ...

Deserts are dry and usually hot, with very few animals and vegetation. And a Savannah is a grassland that is hot and dry, with a few trees. And this where I think our friend is meant to be.

Deserts are dry and usually hot, with very few animals and vegetation. And a Savannah is a grassland that is hot and dry, with a few trees. And this where I think our friend is meant to be.

Grassland ecosystems such as wetlands and coastal ... while those that can survive in warm and dry climates persisted. (Photo courtesy Karen Holl) (c)2025 the Santa Cruz Sentinel (Scotts Valley ...