Some places have more animals because they have lots of yummy food 🍎, cozy homes 🌳, and safe places to hide from danger! 🦊
Just like you love going to places with toys and snacks, animals go where they find everything they need to be happy and healthy! 🌍
Animals live where they can find the best food, water, and shelter. 🌿 Some places, like rainforests or coral reefs, have perfect conditions for many animals to thrive! 🐠
For example, warm and wet rainforests have lots of plants, which means more food for herbivores—and more food for the predators that eat them! 🐯
Biodiversity—the variety of life in an area—depends on factors like climate, geography, and available resources. 🌎 Tropical regions, for example, have stable temperatures and abundant rainfall, supporting lush plant growth that feeds many animals. 🦜
Islands often have unique species because isolation leads to evolution of distinct traits. Meanwhile, harsh environments like deserts have fewer animals adapted to extreme conditions. 🏜