🌾 Biome · Savanna
Savanna
Open grasslands, scattered trees and great migrations.
Biome overview
Savannas are characterized by extensive tall grass prairies, scattered trees and shrubs, and a marked alternation between dry and rainy seasons that determines resource availability.
Ecological strengths
Open spaces that facilitate thermoregulation in the sun, abundance of food during the wet season and natural shelters such as burrows or caves.
Vulnerabilities and threats
During the dry season, water and food are scarce, forcing many species to migrate or develop energy and water conservation strategies.
Special features
Many species are gregarious and form large groups. Visual and acoustic communication is important to coordinate movements and alert to predators.
Biome climate profile
General parameters that many species of the Savanna habitat usually share.
Temperature range
20–30 °C
Remember to adapt these values to the specific needs of each species.
Relative humidity
40–70 % (variable según estación)
Ventilation and substrate type greatly influence the actual humidity of the microhabitat.
Typical regions
African savannas, South American plains, areas of Australia and the Indian subcontinent.
General installation guidelines
Large terrariums with open areas, cave or burrow-type shelters and substrates that allow digging.
Day / night cycle
Example of temperature ranges throughout the day for the Savanna biome.
Ecological curiosities
Interesting little facts about how the Savanna biome works.
- African savannas host some of the largest migrations on the planet, with millions of animals moving in search of water and pastures.
- Scattered trees in the savanna, such as acacias, are crucial for providing shade and food to many species.
Simulating this habitat in captivity
General guidance for recreating the Savanna biome in terrariums, aquariums or similar facilities.
Overview of the simulated habitat
In captivity, savanna biomes are recreated with large horizontal terrariums, substrates that allow digging and shelter areas that simulate burrows or caves.
Strengths in captivity
Allows observing grazing, digging and thermoregulation behaviors. Ideal for species that need space to move.
Common challenges and risks
Requires humidity control according to the simulated season. During the "dry season" it may be necessary to reduce humidity, which can affect some species.
Quick tips for setting up the environment
- Create open areas with sandy or compactable substrate that allows digging for burrowing species.
- Include rocky structures or logs that provide shelter and elevated observation points.
- Simulate dry and rainy seasons by adjusting humidity and water availability according to species needs.
Animals from this habitat
Species from our catalog associated with the Savanna biome.
African Bullfrog
Large, very robust frog with voracious appetite, native to savannas and semi-arid zones.
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Small antelope with large eyes and elongated snout inhabiting savannas and dry scrubland.
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