Tundra

Books in our Library

There are many books in our library that will give you helpful background information on this biome.

Where is the Tundra?

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The yellow areas on the map are considered part of the tundra biome.

Tundra Facts

The following links provide helpful information about the tundra biome. They may include photographs, maps, charts, and video clips. Some sites may be easier to read and understand than others. When you go to a link, quickly scan the information to see if it is right for you.

Tundra Photos and Webcams

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Wildlife Finder

In a biome, wildlife refers to both the flora (plant life) and fauna (all types of animal life) found there. The following links provide information about wildlife in the tundra.

Related Search Terms

Additional terms you may use when researching the tundra include:

  • alpine
  • polar ice caps
  • arctic
  • global warming

Google Custom Search

Need additional information? Try this Google Custom Search.

Cool Tools

As you use resources in this guide, you may find unfamiliar words or ideas relating to biomes. Use the links below if you need help defining a word or changing data from the metric system into standard English.