Describe the features of the Prairies Grasslands and also explain about it...

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The temperate grasslands of North America are known as the Prairies.
  • It is a region of flat, gently sloping or hilly land.
  • Mostly prairies are treeless but, near the low lying plains, flanking river valleys, woodlands can be found. Tall grass, upto two metres high, dominates the landscape.
  • It is actually a “sea of grass.” 
  • Being located in the heart of a continent, the climate is of continental type with extreme temperatures.
  • The summers are warm with temperatures of around 20°C, while in winter -20°C has been recorded in Winnipeg, Canada.
  • In winters a thick blanket of snow covers this region. The annual rainfall is moderate and is ideal for the growth of grass. Due to the absence of the north-south barrier, a local wind “Chinook” blows here.

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