Summary
Grasses are the most common plants in grasslands, but there are many types, and grasslands are not all the same. The grasslands include prairies, steppes, pampas, savanna, tropical grasslands of South America, Australian grasslands, and upland grasslands. Uses for grasslands include cereal farming, livestock farming, cattle ranching, forestry, and biofuel production, some of which threaten the balance of grassland ecosystems.
Offering a balanced account of the history and future of these areas, Grasslands, Second Edition provides a thorough exploration of a habitat found across the globe in many different forms. Presenting the geography, geology, climates, and history of grasslands, this eBook offers a basic introduction to their development and function. Grasslands, Second Edition concludes by emphasizing the necessity of conservation and preservation for these threatened areas.
About the Author(s)
Michael Allaby is the author, coauthor, or editor of nearly 100 books, mainly on science, natural history, and environmental topics. Among other professional affiliations, he is a member of the New York Academy of Sciences and the Association of British Science Writers. He is the author of several volumes in the Ecosystem set and Encyclopedia of Weather and Climate, Revised Edition, all for Facts On File.