Tundra
Tundra is a cold habitat characterized by low temperatures, short vegetation, long winters, brief growing seasons, and limited drainage. The term 'tundra' is derived from the Finnish word 'tunturi' which can be translated as 'treeless' or 'barren plain'.
Mammals of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Mammals of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Mammals of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Tundra
Tundra
Tundra
What is Permafrost?
Permafrost is any soil or rock that remains frozen (below 0°C / 32°F) throughout the year. For a soil to be considered permafrost, it must be frozen for at least two consecutive years or longer.
Permafrost is any soil or rock that remains frozen (below 0°C / 32°F) throughout the year. For a soil to be considered permafrost, it must be frozen for at least two consecutive years or longer.