Introduction
Knowledge of major world grasslands, including their geographical locations and climate types (temperate or tropical), is a recurring topic in general knowledge sections of Loksewa examinations.
Main Content
The table below classifies the primary grasslands of the world by region, countries, and types:
| Grassland Name | Continent / Region | Major Countries | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steppes (स्टेप्स) | Eurasia | Russia, Ukraine, Central Asia (Mongolia & China) | Temperate |
| Prairies (प्रेयरी) | North America | USA and Canada | Temperate |
| Pampas (पम्पास) | South America | Argentina and Uruguay | Temperate |
| Veld (भेल्ड) | Africa | South Africa | Temperate |
| Downs (डाउन्स) | Australia | Australia | Temperate |
| Canterbury (क्यान्टरबरी) | Oceania | New Zealand | Temperate |
| Pustaz (पुस्तज) | Europe | Hungary | Temperate |
| Llanos (लानोज) | South America | Venezuela and Colombia | Tropical |
| Campos (काम्पोज) | South America | Brazil | Tropical |
| Savannah (सभाना) | Africa | Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania | Tropical |
Key Takeaways
- Steppes are temperate grasslands spread across Eurasia (Russia, Ukraine, Mongolia, and China).
- Prairies are temperate grasslands located in North America (USA and Canada).
- Llanos and Campos are tropical grasslands found in South America.
- Savannah is a tropical grassland located in Africa across countries like Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
What to Avoid
- Categorizing Savannah as a temperate grassland instead of tropical.
- Misidentifying Veld as a tropical grassland (it is temperate in South Africa).
- Confusing Llanos (Venezuela & Colombia) with Pampas (Argentina & Uruguay).
FAQ
Q1: Which major temperate grassland is located in North America? The Prairies are temperate grasslands located in North America (USA and Canada).
Q2: In which countries are the Pampas grasslands found? The Pampas grasslands are temperate grasslands found in South America, specifically in Argentina and Uruguay.
Q3: What type of grassland is Savannah? Savannah is a tropical grassland located in Africa (including Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania).
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