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♤ Parts of the world that have Mediterranean type of climate are characterised by warm, dry summers and cool, moist winters.
♤ These are commonly inhabitated by low broad leafed evergreen trees.
♤ Fire is an important hazardous factor in this ecosystem and the adaptation of the plants enable them to regenerate quickly after being burnt.
Do you know?
Penguins are warm blooded, Just like whales, penguins have a layer of fat under their skin called “blubber”. Overtop of this they are covered with fluffy “down” feathers and overtop of those they have their outer feathers which overlap to seal in warmth. Penguins rub oil from a gland onto their feathers to help make them waterproof and wind proof.