⛰️ Biome · Mountain

Mountain

Cold air, slopes and animals adapted to altitude.

General difficulty

Medium
Mountain
Mountain
Mountain

Biome overview

Mountain ecosystems feature steep slopes, cooler temperatures and a thinner atmosphere, with harsh winters and short summers.

Ecological strengths

Lower presence of some parasites and cool temperatures that favor species that do not tolerate heat well.

Vulnerabilities and threats

Sudden climate changes, intense snowfalls and long periods of food scarcity.

Special features

Many mountain animals have dense fur, hooves adapted to rock and great jumping or climbing ability.

Biome climate profile

General parameters that many species of the Mountain habitat usually share.

5 °C 22 °C

Temperature range

5–22 °C

Remember to adapt these values to the specific needs of each species.

Relative humidity

40–70 %

Ventilation and substrate type greatly influence the actual humidity of the microhabitat.

Typical regions

Mountain ranges and mid to high mountain zones of different continents.

General installation guidelines

Facilities with good ventilation and localized heat points, but generally cool environment.

Day / night cycle

Example of temperature ranges throughout the day for the Mountain biome.

☀ Day
15–22 °C

Many species take advantage of the central hours to thermoregulate in the sun.

🌙 Night
5–12 °C

Sharp temperature drop, important to offer isolated shelters and warmth.

Ecological curiosities

Interesting little facts about how the Mountain biome works.

  • 🌱 In high mountain areas, very sudden climate changes can occur in a matter of hours.
  • 🍃 Some species reduce their activity or hibernate during the coldest months.

Simulating this habitat in captivity

General guidance for recreating the Mountain biome in terrariums, aquariums or similar facilities.

Overview of the simulated habitat

In captivity, mountain biomes are represented with cool facilities, good ventilation and controlled heat points.

Strengths in captivity

Suitable for species that suffer from heat; easier to maintain moderate temperatures than tropical ones.

Common challenges and risks

If heating is overused, the cool character of the biome is lost and respiratory problems can appear.

Quick tips for setting up the environment

  • Use localized heating (hot spots) instead of heating the entire room.
  • Offer insulating shelters (caves, boxes with deep substrate) for "cold" nights.
  • Avoid the terrarium receiving direct sun through the glass to prevent excessive greenhouse effect.
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