Tundra

In physical geography, a tundra () is a type of biome where tree growth is hindered by frigid temperatures and short growing seasons. There are three regions and associated types of tundra: Arctic, Alpine, and Antarctic.

archipelago in the southern Indian Ocean, and one of the districts of the French Southern and Antarctic Lands

peninsula

sea

large plain that occupies the western portion of Siberia

part of Antarctica that lies within the Western Hemisphere

part of Antarctica that lies within the Eastern Hemisphere

biome that does not contain trees because it is at high elevation, with an associated harsh climate

Widespread biome during the Last Glacial Maximum

climate subtype

Ecoregion (WWF)

parts of the Alps that are unsuitable for habitation

study of the relationships between biotic and abiotic factors in the arctic

ecoregion (WWF)

geographic region

painting by Anna-Eva Bergman