The primary reason there are not very many trees in prairie ecosystems is that low rainfall makes it hard for them to thrive. Prairies are characterized by their grassland vegetation and generally have a semi-arid climate, with limited precipitation. This low moisture availability is not conducive to the growth of most tree species, which require more water to sustain their larger structures. Additionally, the frequent fires that occur in prairie ecosystems help maintain the dominance of grasses over woody plants by preventing tree succession.
Why are there not very many trees in prairie ecosystems?
Lighting burns them down
Low rainfall makes it hard for them to thrive
Tornadoes uproot them
They recieve too much rainfall
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