Characteristics Of The Savannah

Sabana is the name that has been given to an ecosystem that is found in a type of territory, it is part of the so-called natural ecosystems (formed without human intervention).

This is a terrestrial ecosystem that is located in tropical climates, and is found mainly in Africa and to a lesser extent in America, Asia and Oceania.

Characteristics of the savanna:

Weather

The climate of the savannah is relatively arid and hot, this due to the fact that during the day it is very sunny and has a sparse vegetation, and this causes it to be very cold at night, an aspect that is very similar to the desert hot.

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The soil by its nature or circumstance does not allow the lush growth of plants, because it has limitations in its nutrients and the hardness of the rocks found there allow a few trees to grow develop.

Flora

The vegetation in the savannah is distinguished by being very scattered, that is, in a very large area there are few trees and small shrubs predominate, which in rainy weather can reach three meters in height. height. The trees of the savannah are generally woody, with more variety prevailing in other types of plants such as grasses and shrubs, which grow abundantly when the heavy rains arrive, which, as we have already said, can last several months. Savanna plants have long roots and are adapted for drought penetrating strongly and deeply into the ground where it is possible to protect a large part of humidity. The flora is fully adapted to both drought and subsequent floods, as it is capable of withstanding high temperatures and fires, as well as floods.

Fauna

The fauna of the savannah is extremely varied, it is very rich in species of large mammals, such as several species of impalas, servants, lions, full, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and also has crocodiles and some other reptiles such as snakes, and Lizards. Among the fauna we must also include multiple insects and arachnids, which can both carry bacteria and infections and are an essential part for the stability of the fauna. These animals are fully adapted to drought and floods that can occur and have developed a great ability to move, traveling long distances that they learn from a young age or accompany them instinctively.

Population

Like every area on the planet, man has inhabited these places, and the inhabitants of the savannas are generally nomads and live in villages small, some floating villages (temporary) and others fixed, but nowadays small cities with construction of type western.

Location

The savannas are located mainly in Africa, although in Asia and America there are savannas; savannas have been separated into four types:

• Intertropical savanna.- This is distinguished by an arid and dry soil, which has a very limited fauna and adapted to climatic changes and their effects.
• Temperate savanna.- This savannah is mainly humid and fertile, and in relation to the climate it is extremely cold, especially in winter, when it becomes drier.
• Mediterranean Savannah.- This savannah is located in a very poor and somewhat arid area.
• Mountainous Savannah.- These savannas contain some endemic species and are partially or totally isolated, their location varies and can exist in many parts of the world.