Savannas are open grasslands characterized by scattered trees. These spaces provide habitat to herds of zebras, gazelles and giraffes – plant eaters which have developed unique skills to survive in their environment – such as gazelles running away from predators while giraffes use long necks to reach leaves high up in trees. Baobab Trees The…
The savanna is an expansive grassland where wildlife flourishes. This landscape features termite mounds and kopjes – rocky outcrops which may seem innocuous but serve an important ecological function – making the savanna home to millions of diverse organisms that contribute to its ecosystems. Herbivorous animals (plant eaters) such as zebras, wildebeests, gazelles and giraffes…
Numerous animals found on savannas are plant eaters (herbivores), and get most of their sustenance from grazing various types of grasses. Gazelles and zebras specialize in eating lower grass while others, like giraffes, can reach high up in trees for leaves they need for nourishment. Animals of a savanna also employ strategies to evade predators….
