The document summarizes information about the tropical savanna biome. It describes several animal species found in the savanna, including lions, black mambas, koala bears, and Nile crocodiles. It also lists some plant species that grow in the savanna, such as the Senegal Gum Acacia and elephant grass. Elephants and lions are identified as keystone species. The tropical savanna is characterized by vast plains, small rivers, and mountain ranges. Conservation efforts are focused on preventing poaching and protecting endangered species.

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2. Animals Lion-between 265-420 lbs. up to 10 ft. long. Lives in the savanna of Africa, south of the Sahara.. Lion’s coat perfect camouflage, dominant predator. Black mamba-can grow up to 14 ft. long. Travels up to 12 mph, the most deadliest snake. found in South Africa, feeds on small mammals and birds Koala bear- 33 in. long. Between 13.2 and 30.8 lbs. Rough paws act as traction on trees, eats eucalyptus leaves Nile crocodile- 5 meters long. Live in freshwater swamps , rivers, lakes. Only found in Africa and Madagascar. Eats fish, turtles, or birds, buffaloes, antelope, big cats and sometimes people Egyptian mongoose- found in Africa and lives in shrub thickets ,rocky areas, and woodlands. Ranges from 19 to 23 in. weighs 4 to 7 lbs

3. Plants Senegal Gum Acacia- an average sized thorn tree that grows up to 20 meters long. Elephant grass- a tall grass that originally came from africa.. Grows up to 10 ft. tall River bushwillow- grows 30-35 ft. tall , fast growing interesting fruit and attractive foliage Kangaroo Paw- red and green floral emblem of western australia, grows up to 10 cm. long Whistling Thorn- an acacia tree that is found in east africa and can grow up to 18 ft

4. KeysXtone Species Elephants Lions Koala bears

5. Unique Landforms The Tropical Savannah is filled with vast plains, small rivers, and mountain ranges. Ex. The Tanzanian Landscape is located in Africa, and is connected to Kenya and Masai Mara

6. Destruction of Biome The destruction of the tropical savannah biome is due to high temperatures, which leads to dehydration, and the animals water source is dwindling due to over-crowded habitats. Poachers play another role in the destruction of the biome, by killing many endangered species that paly important roles in the biome.

7. Agriculture The agriculture for a Tropical Savannah is mostly made up of vast grasslands, small shrubs and trees .

8. Tourist Attractions Beaches and national parks are the main tourist attractions. Beaches on the east coast that stretches down to the eastern cape National parks that are famous are ; ukhahlambadrakensberg park and kgalagaditransfrontier park

9. Conservation Efforts Some conservation efforts towards keeping the tropical savannah in tact are that poaching is now outlawed.

10. Climate: a tropical wet and dry climate that predominates in areas by savanna growth. Average monthly temperature between 68 & 86 degrees Average annual precipitation between 10& 30in. Located ; Africa , and South America Climate & Location