-There are about 8.7 million animal species on our planet

​-Africa has the most varied wildlife and most species

Biodiversity Facts

Forest: Includes tropical rainforests, temperate forests, and boreal forests, each with their unique set of flora and fauna.

Grassland: Open areas dominated by grasses, such as savannas and prairies, home to herbivores like zebras, bison, and antelope.

Desert: Arid regions with sparse vegetation and specialized animals adapted to extreme heat and water scarcity, like camels, kangaroo rats, and desert tortoises.

Tundra: Cold and treeless landscapes found in polar regions, inhabited by animals like polar bears, Arctic foxes, and caribou

Terrestrial Ecosystems:

​Marine: Oceans and seas, hosting a vast array of marine life including fish, marine mammals (e.g., dolphins, whales), sharks, turtles, and various invertebrates.

Freshwater: Rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, supporting diverse aquatic species such as fish (e.g., trout, catfish), amphibians (e.g., frogs, salamanders), reptiles (e.g., turtles, alligators), and waterfowl.

Aquatic Ecosystems:

​American Bison

​Largest terrestrial animal in North America.
At one time in history they were widespread from Alaska to Mexico

National Animal of America

Bald Eagle
National emblem of the United States since 1782 and a spiritual symbol for native people for far longer.
https://youtu.be/CEmYEQ78zS0

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National Bird of America