MAP OF DESERT AREAS
SUMMARY
The desert is a very dry and hot area with very little plants and animals. The ones that are there have adapted to the environment and need less water, since water is scarce there. The desert gets less than 10 Inches of rainfall a year. It is also extremely hot in the desert. The average the temperature is 68-77° F. On hot days, the temperature can be much higher. At night, the temperatures go down considerably
Biotic FactorsThere are many biotic factors of the desert. The animals and plants of the desert make up its biotic factors. Some include the camel and cactus.
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Abiotic FactorsThe desert also has many abiotic factors. These factors include air, water, sand, rocks, temperature, and sunlight.
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*please note this sight is geared toward the saguaro