1GB3 - Taiga

Question 1

How do plants adapt to the taiga?

Answer 1

Needle-shaped leave with small surface area and waxy coating to prevent water loss
Dark green colour helps to absorb more sunlight
Small amount of sap means they don’t freeze easily
Trees grow close together to gain protection from high wind speeds
Downward-facing branches prevent snow build-up

Question 2

How do animals adapt to the taiga?

Answer 2

Thick fur coasts for insulation
Smaller ears and shorter tails to reduce heat loss
Hibernation during winter to reduce loss of energy and avoid the cold
White fur to camouflage with the snow to hide from predators