👉 The Americas, encompassing North, Central, and South America, boast a rich and diverse biological landscape shaped by its varied climates, from tropical rainforests to arid deserts and extensive mountain ranges. In North America, the vast expanse of the United States and Canada supports ecosystems like the boreal forests of the north, the temperate deciduous forests in the east, and the grasslands of the Midwest and prairies. The Amazon Basin in South America is a biodiversity hotspot, home to an estimated 10% of all known species, including countless plant and animal varieties. The Caribbean islands, influenced by both tropical and temperate climates, feature unique ecosystems with endemic species. From the ancient rainforests of Costa Rica to the vast wetlands of the Pantanal in Brazil, the Americas' biology reflects a complex interplay of evolutionary adaptations, ecological interactions, and environmental influences, making it one of the most biologically rich regions on Earth.
