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Global Climate Zones
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Highland
Characteristics: Climate varies with elevation, can range from temperate to polar conditions, and diverse ecosystems. Example locations: Andes, Himalayas.
Temperate Oceanic
Characteristics: Moderate temperatures with abundant precipitation year-round. Example locations: British Isles, New Zealand's west coast.
Temperate Continental
Characteristics: Warm to hot summers and cold winters with moderate precipitation. Example locations: Midwestern USA, parts of Russia.
Polar Ice Cap
Characteristics: Permanently freezing temperatures, ice-covered landscapes, and scarce wildlife. Example locations: Antarctica, interior Greenland.
Tropical Rainforest
Characteristics: High precipitation, consistent year-round temperatures, and rich biodiversity. Example locations: Amazon Basin, Congo Basin.
Desert
Characteristics: Very low precipitation, extreme temperature fluctuations, and sparse vegetation. Example locations: Sahara, Mojave.
Mediterranean
Characteristics: Mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers with diverse plant life. Example locations: Coastal California, parts of Italy and Greece.
Tundra
Characteristics: Extremely cold climate, low biotic diversity, and a short growing season. Example locations: Northern Canada, Greenland.
Tropical Savanna
Characteristics: Distinct wet and dry seasons, warm temperatures, and scattered trees. Example locations: Serengeti Plains, parts of Australia.
Subarctic
Characteristics: Very cold winters, short mild summers, and low precipitation. Example locations: Siberia, Alaska.
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