terrestrial biomes
/tərˈɛstriəl baɪˌoʊmz/ · ter·res·tri·al·by·oʊmz
noun
- A large naturally occurring community of plants and animals that occupy a specific habitat on land. The terrestrial biomes of the Amazon rainforest are home to a vast array of plant and animal species.
noun
- A classification of land-based ecosystems based on their climate, vegetation, and animal life. The terrestrial biomes of the world can be broadly categorized into tropical rainforests, deserts, and tundras.
Synonyms
ecosystemshabitatslandscapesenvironmentsecoregionsbiotic communitiesland biomesterrestrial ecosystems
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of terrestrial biomes has been crucial in understanding the impact of human activities on the environment and in developing strategies for conservation and sustainable land use.