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Mountain and grassland life

Mountain — cold, thin air, steep slopes:

  • Thick coats, strong hooves (yak, mountain goat)
  • Conical trees shed snow (pine, deodar)
  • Animals with more red blood cells (for thin air)

Grassland — open plains, predators on the hunt:

  • Speed (deer, zebra) for escape
  • Camouflage (lions blend into grass)
  • Herd living for safety
Example
A mountain goat's hooves split, giving grip on rocks. A cheetah's long limbs let it reach 100 km/h briefly — great in open plains.
💡 Tip:Predators need speed, camouflage, sharp senses. Prey need speed, alertness, defense (horns, quills, numbers).
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