Plant and animal adaptations in the taiga biome

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about tropical rainforest and taiga biomes. Pupils learn about its biotic and abiotic characteristics, the adaptations of plants and animals and the threats facing its biodiversity. The unit considers opposing views on protecting and exploiting resources.

Tropical rainforest and taiga biomes

The Taiga biome (also called the boreal forest) has a low {{}} due its long, cold winters and short, mild summers.

They grow large, broad leaves to absorb sunlight

They have needle-like leaves to reduce water loss and withstand snow

How have Taiga plants adapted to the cold, harsh winters?

They grow extra limbs to move in the snow

They grow thicker fur or feathers to stay warm

What is an adaptation of Taiga animals during winter?

Which animal in the Taiga biome is known for its ability to change colour in winter to blend with the snow?

Between 50°N and 70°N latitudes, parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Between 60°S and 80°S latitudes, in Antarctica.

Between 10°N and 30°N latitudes, in South America.

Where is the Taiga biome primarily located?

Which of the following trees are most commonly found in the Taiga?

Which of the following animals is commonly found in the Taiga biome?

What is the climate of the Taiga biome like?

The Taiga biome is most commonly found in which region of the world?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Plant and animal adaptations in the taiga biome

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.