2. 
They are typically dry areas that
experience extremely small amounts of
rainfall. They can be either cold or hot.
Vegetation includes shrubs and cactus
plants. Animals include birds and
rodents. Snakes, lizards, and other
reptiles survive the severe temperatures
by hunting at night and making their
homes underground.

3. 
These biomes are characterized by
extremely cold temperatures and
treeless, frozen landscapes. The
vegetation consists of short shrubs and
grasses. Animals of this area are musk
oxen, lemmings, reindeer, and caribou.

4. 
Taigas are forests of dense evergreen
trees. The climate in these areas is
generally cold with plenty of snowfall.
Animals found here include
beavers, grizzly bears, and wolverines.

5. 
They are located in cold regions and are
similar to savannas in terms of
vegetation. Animals populating these
areas include
bison, zebras, gazelles, and lions.