An ecozone is a broad geographical region characterized by its climate, geology, and species composition, while an ecoregion is a smaller area within an ecozone with distinct ecological features, such as plant and animal communities. Ecoregions are more specific and can vary greatly within a single ecozone.
Weathering in the plateaus ecoregion has led to the breakdown of rock formations, resulting in the formation of nutrient-rich soils which support diverse plant life. However, weathering also contributes to erosion, which can lead to loss of topsoil and habitat degradation. The balance between weathering processes and erosion in this ecoregion plays a critical role in shaping the landscape and influencing biodiversity.
Factors that determine an ecozone include climate, topography, soil types, flora and fauna species present, and human activities impacting the environment. These factors interact to create unique ecological characteristics within a specific geographic area, defining the boundaries and characteristics of an ecozone.
A land based ecozone is a distinct geographical region characterized by its unique combination of climate, vegetation, and animal species. It is defined by natural boundaries such as mountains, rivers, or coastlines, and is used to study and understand the ecosystems within that region. Examples of land based ecozones include deserts, grasslands, forests, and tundra.
The Mixedwood Plains ecozone was formed during the Quaternary Period, which is part of the Cenozoic Era, around 12,000 years ago during the last ice age.
An ecozone is a large geographic region defined by its distinctive climate, geology, and ecology. It serves as a framework for understanding the distribution of plant and animal species within a particular area and helps in conservation and management efforts.
Boreal Shield Ecozone
Palearctic
The area of Cascades - ecoregion - is 44,952 square kilometers.
The ecoregion is usually separated by the state boundaries and the separate political jurisdictions.
The area of Sahara Desert - ecoregion - is 4,619,260 square kilometers.
Whitehorse is located in the Boreal Cordillera ecozone. This ecozone is characterized by its mountainous terrain, boreal forests, and cold climate typical of northern Canada.
It is located between the mixed boreal forest and the mixed-grass prairies. WEM in Edmonton is actually located in an ecozone called the Aspen Parkland.
In Canada, Charlottetown (Prince Edward island) is in the Atlantic Maritime ecozone.
The Pacific Maritime Ecozone has Brown Podzols.
the timezones
The Mediterranean ecoregion is most prevalent between 40N and 30N latitude. This region is characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, supporting a variety of plant and animal species adapted to these climate conditions.
The EcoZone Project - 2007 was released on: USA: 21 April 2007