The taiga biome has long, cold, dry winters and cool, wet summers. In three to four sentences, describe how the plants and animals would be impacted by a warm and dry summer and how they might survive. Support your answer with the abiotic factors in the biome.(4 points)
If the taiga biome experienced a warm and dry summer, the plants would struggle to obtain enough water for photosynthesis and growth, leading to stunted growth and decreased reproduction. Many animals in the taiga rely on plant life for food and shelter, so a decrease in plant production would result in a food shortage and potential decline in populations. However, some plants and animals in the taiga have adaptations to survive in these conditions, such as deep root systems in plants to access underground water sources and animals going into a state of dormancy to conserve energy and water. The abiotic factors of the taiga, such as the long periods of cold and dry conditions, would make it challenging for plants and animals to adapt quickly to a warm and dry summer.
