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Explore Habitats

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Habitats can be hot or cold. They can be dry or wet. Each has its own living things. Read about four different habitats below.

Arctic

This is the coldest habitat (above). Much of the water is ice. Animals have fur or blubber. Trees cannot grow.

Freshwater

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Most ponds, lakes, and rivers are freshwater. Fish, amphibians, and birds are at home here.

Grassland

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This habitat is usually between a forest and desert. Giraffes and other animals graze on grasses.

Forest

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This habitat is full of trees. The weather changes with the seasons. Bears and deer live here.