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Savannas & Grasslands
 Websites presented in alphabetical order The Cerrado 
 Fact sheet on "the world's most biologically rich savanna. It has over 10,000 species of plants, of which 45% are exclusive to the Cerrado, and it stretches across nearly 500 million acres of Brazil -- an area nearly three times the size of Texas." Includes a slide show showing photos of the area, which is "experiencing habitat loss at a rapid rate." From the Nature Conservancy. http://www.nature.org/wherewework/southamerica/brazil/work/art5082.html Topics: Geography, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated May 19, 2009 On the Prairie
"Over 98% of the [North American] prairie has been lost in the past 150 years." This site focuses on ecology and environmental education about the prairie. The interactive "Build-a-Prairie" section allows users to visualize the restoration of a North American prairie ecosystem employing a field guide to help in selecting appropriate plants and animals. Also includes images, suggested activities, information about prairie researchers, and links to related sites. From the University of Minnesota. http://www.bellmuseum.org/distancelearning/prairie/ Topics: Geography, Regions of the World, Regions of the World Last updated Jul 1, 2004 Palouse Prairie Foundation (PPF)
The Palouse Prairie Foundation exists "to promote preservation and restoration of native Palouse Prairie ecosystems in Latah and Whitman Counties (in Idaho and Washington), through public awareness, education, literature resources, encouraging responsible seed collection, and acting as a leader or consultant in Palouse Prairie restoration areas." The site features an excellent Palouse Prairie display, a species database, bibliography, links, seed collection form, and membership information. http://www.palouseprairie.org/ Topics: Geography, Water Last updated Dec 30, 2003 South Puget Sound Prairie Landscape Working Group
Find articles on grassland conservation, restoration issues, and traditional management of Washington state's South Puget Sound region by American Indians to sustain important food resources. Also features technical documents, details about volunteer activities, and photos. From an organization advocating protection of oak woodlands and prairies. http://www.southsoundprairies.org Topics: Geography Last updated Apr 26, 2006 |
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