Coniferous forests

Latham, Donna.

Book 2011

Discusses the landscape and climate of taigas, the types of taigas found around the world, and the animals and plants that live in them. The diverse woodland of coniferous forests is revealed in this detailed resource, covering topics such as the dangers of deforestation, overhunting, and forest fires, illustrating the rapid decline of this ecosystem's biodiversity.

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Part of a Series:

Endangered biomes

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ISBN:

9781936313556
9781936313549
1936313553
1936313545

Description:

29 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (page 29) and index

Contents:

What is a biome?
Landscape and climate of the coniferous forest
Plants growing in the coniferous forest have adapted
Animals living in the coniferous forest have adapted
Environmental threats
Biodiversity at risk
The future of the coniferous forest
Conservation challenge

LCCN:

2012471197

Control Number:

883011

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