Ecosystems Explained



Truxalis 🔎

Truxalis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to the Andes Mountains and parts of South America. They are primarily found as shrubs or small trees with delicate, green leaves, which grow in clusters or in rows. Their flowers are large, pink or white, and they produce seeds that can be dispersed by birds or wind.

Merguia 🔎

Merguia is a type of tree native to the Andes mountains, primarily in Peru but also found in Chile and Bolivia. It's characterized by its long, slender branches that extend up to 10 meters tall and can reach over 30 meters in diameter. These trees are known for their distinctive leaf patterns and colorful flowers.

Chilorhinus 🔎

Chilorhinus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to South America and the Andes Mountains. These plants are known for their large, dense foliage that can reach up to 2 meters tall. They produce flowers with six petals, which are arranged in a symmetrical pattern along the stem.

Syracolithus 🔎

The term "Syracolithus" is a scientific name for an extinct volcano in South America, which was located between Lake Titicaca and the Andes Mountains. It is named after its distinctive red coloration due to iron oxides that are present in the volcanic rock.

Donkiella 🔎

Donkiella is a type of bird found in the South American Andes, where it breeds on rocky slopes and can grow up to 2 meters long. It is known for its distinctive black and white feathers with distinctive white spots. The term "Donkiella" refers to this particular species of bird.

Lobo 🔎

Lobo is a large, carnivorous mammal native to the Andes in South America. Its body is covered with thick fur and it has sharp claws for digging burrows. Loxos are known for their unique ability to sense vibrations from their environment and use this information to navigate through dense forests or search for food sources.

Parguayan 🔎

Parguayan is a species of plant in the family Rutaceae, native to the Andes Mountains and other regions around the world. It grows in rocky or sandy soils and is known for its distinctive, colorful flowers that can range from small to large and are often used as ornamental plants.

Chorro 🔎

Chorro is a type of watermelon that grows in the Andes region of South America, commonly known for its vibrant color and delicious taste.

Hondo 🔎

Hondo is a type of plant that is native to the Andes region in South America, known for its unique characteristics and uses. It is characterized by its tall, slender stems with large leaves, which can grow up to 30 feet (9 meters) tall. The plant's root system is deep-rooted, allowing it to take on a dense canopy that covers much of the forest floor. Hondo plants are often used in landscaping and as a source of food for wildlife.

Iberotrechus 🔎

Iberotrechus is a genus of small, herbivorous mammals in the family Leporidae that are found primarily in the Andes and Amazon rainforest regions of South America. They are known for their distinctive beak-like teeth and their ability to feed on fruits, leaves, and other plant materials.

Sabeidhel 🔎

Sakeidhel is a type of language that is spoken in a specific region, usually found in the Andes Mountains, Central America. It is a combination of several languages including Quechua, Aymara, and Inca. The dialects are quite diverse due to the differences in climate, flora, fauna, and cultural influences.

Optimandes 🔎

Optimandes are a type of fruit that is often used in tropical foods, such as smoothies, desserts, and drinks. They have a sweet, creamy texture, which is due to their high water content and low sugar content. Their name comes from the Latin word "optimus," meaning "good" or "excellent."

Hiuscoyol 🔎

Hiuscoyol is a type of potato that grows in high-altitude regions, such as the Andes and the Himalayas. It typically has white or yellow flesh with a crisp texture and a slightly sweet flavor. This species is known for its high nutritional value and is often used in various dishes including pizza, soups, and stews.

Besudo 🔎

Besudo is a type of food that originated in the Andes region of South America, specifically in Peru. It is made by marinating meat or fish in a special sauce called "bésido" and then frying it until crispy, giving it a savory flavor and texture. This dish is often served as a side dish or to accompany other dishes like rice or stew.

Laguna 🔎

Laguna is a body of water surrounded by mountains, often found in the Andes region. It is characterized by its steep cliffs and rocky terrain, creating an imposing landscape that is commonly referred to as "the place where dreams end."

Palo 🔎

Palo is a type of vegetation found in forests, particularly in the Andes region of South America. It's characterized by its dense and diverse canopy, with numerous species of trees, shrubs, and other plants growing together. The term "palo" comes from the Spanish word "palos," which means "trees."

Globochthonius 🔎

Globochthonius is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to South America and the Andes.

Mediterranean 🔎

Mediterranean is a geographical area between the Mediterranean Sea, its shores, and the Adriatic Sea in Europe. It includes parts of Italy, Spain, and eastern France along the western edge of the Isthmus of Landes. This region has been inhabited for thousands of years and is known for its unique flora and fauna, as well as its rich history and culture.

Labidura? 🔎

Labidura is a type of bird found in the Andes Mountains, specifically in Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador. It has long feathers that are adapted for flight and hunting by night. The labidura's wings are covered with scales and can be used to detect prey.

Churabana 🔎

Churabana is a type of fruit that is known for its unique flavor and texture, originating from the Andes region in Peru.

Cicindelidia 🔎

Cicindelidia is a type of flowering plant, typically native to the South American Andes region. It grows in dense shrubland or forest, and its leaves are usually arranged in a leafless stem that is often covered with spines. The flowers are typically small, pinkish, and have five petals, and they bloom from September to March. Cicindelidia is considered an important part of the Andean ecosystem due to their role in pollination and seed dispersal.

Ocinara 🔎

Ocinara is a type of plant that grows in the tropical regions of South America, particularly in the Andes and Amazon rainforests. It's known for its unique adaptations and ecological significance, including its ability to thrive in high-altitude conditions, which allows it to grow quickly and efficiently.

Aristeyera 🔎

Aristea is a type of tree native to the Andes Mountains in South America, known for its unique and distinctive species, including the famous "Cordillera del Volcán" or "Volcanic Cordillera." It's primarily found in the Andes region, particularly in the valleys of the Inca Trail. The tree is characterized by its thick bark that can be used as a natural material for construction and insulation.

Desmaria 🔎

Desmaria is a type of plant that grows in the desert regions of South America, particularly in the Andes and the Andino de los Andes (Andean mountains) from Chile through Argentina to Brazil. It is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves with large, serrated teeth-like projections on one side, known as crenellations, which are used for climbing and reaching high places. Desmarias are primarily found in the Andes, but they can also grow

Tirpitzia 🔎

Tirpitzia, also known as a dwarf tortoise, is a species of reptile that grows up to 2 meters long and lives in the tropical regions of South America. They are characterized by their small size and are often found in the Andes, where they can adapt to the high altitude and heat.

Ecosystem Biomes

Ecosystems can be broadly categorized into various types based on their characteristics and the organisms they support. Here are some common types of ecosystems:

Terrestrial Biomes

Tundra Taiga Montane Grasslands and Shrublands Alpine Tundra Coniferous Forests Broadleaf and Mixed Forests Deciduous Forests Grasslands Savannas Shrublands Tropical Forest Rainforest Seasonal Forest Tropical Coniferous Forests Moist Broadleaf Forests Dry Broadleaf Forests Tropical Grasslands, Savannas, and Shrublands Mediterranean Forests, Woodlands, and Scrub Deserts and Xeric Shrublands Steppe Flooded Grasslands and Savannas Riparian Wetland Mangrove

Aquatic Biomes

Pond Littoral Intertidal Mangroves Kelp Forests Coral Reefs Neritic Zone Pelagic Zone Benthic Zone Hydrothermal Vents Cold Seeps Demersal Zone

Other Biomes

Endolithic Zone

Biogeographic Realms

Afrotropical Antarctic Australasian Holarctic Nearctic Palearctic Indomalayan Neotropical Oceanian Antarctic / Southern Ocean Arctic Central Indo-Pacific Eastern Indo-Pacific Temperate Australasia Temperate Northern Atlantic Temperate Northern Pacific Temperate South America Temperate Southern Africa Tropical Atlantic Tropical Eastern Pacific Western Indo-Pacific ocean river lake pond stream swamp marsh

Search Results
Abditibacteriota
Acidobacteriota, phenotypically diverse and mostly uncultured
Actinomycetota, High-G+C Gram positive species
Aquificota, deep-branching
Armatimonadota
Atribacterota
Bacillota, Low-G+C Gram positive species, such as the spore-formers Bacilli (aerobic) and Clostridia (anaerobic)
Bacteroidota
Balneolota
Bdellovibrionota
Caldisericota, formerly candidate division OP5, Caldisericum exile is the sole representative
Calditrichota
Campylobacterota
Chlamydiota
Chlorobiota, green sulphur bacteria
Chloroflexota, green non-sulphur bacteria
Chrysiogenota, only 3 genera (Chrysiogenes arsenatis, Desulfurispira natronophila, Desulfurispirillum alkaliphilum)
Coprothermobacterota
Deferribacterota
Deinococcota, Deinococcus radiodurans and Thermus aquaticus are "commonly known" species of this phyla
Dictyoglomota
Elusimicrobiota, formerly candidate division Thermite Group 1
Fibrobacterota
Fusobacteriota
Gemmatimonadota
Ignavibacteriota
Kiritimatiellota
Lentisphaerota, formerly clade VadinBE97
Mycoplasmatota, notable genus: Mycoplasma
Myxococcota
Nitrospinota
Nitrospirota
Planctomycetota
Pseudomonadota, the most well-known phylum, containing species such as Escherichia coli or Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Rhodothermota
Spirochaetota, species include Borrelia burgdorferi, which causes Lyme disease
Synergistota
Thermodesulfobacteriota
Thermomicrobiota
Thermotogota, deep-branching
Verrucomicrobiota

Ecosystem Species

Various species inhabit these ecosystems, each playing a unique role in maintaining the ecological balance.

Animals

Porifera (Sponges) Cnidaria (Jellyfish, Corals) Platyhelminthes (Flatworms) Nematoda (Roundworms) Annelida (Segmented Worms) Mollusca (Snails, Squids) Arthropoda (Insects, Crustaceans) Echinodermata (Sea Stars, Urchins) Jawless Fish (Agnatha) Cartilaginous Fish (Chondrichthyes) Bony Fish (Osteichthyes) Amphibians Reptiles Birds Mammals

Plants

Bryophyta (Mosses) Marchantiophyta (Liverworts) Anthocerotophyta (Hornworts) Lycophyta (Club Mosses) Pteridophyta (Ferns) Coniferophyta (Conifers) Cycadophyta (Cycads) Ginkgophyta (Ginkgo) Gnetophyta (Gnetum, Ephedra) Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Fungi

Chytridiomycota (Chytrids) Zygomycota (Bread Molds) Glomeromycota (Mycorrhizal Fungi) Ascomycota (Sac Fungi) Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Protists

Amoebozoa (Amoebas, Slime Molds) Excavata (Euglena, Giardia) Chromalveolata (Diatoms, Dinoflagellates) Rhizaria (Radiolarians, Forams) Archaeplastida (Red & Green Algae)

Bacteria

Proteobacteria Firmicutes Actinobacteria Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae) Bacteroidetes Spirochaetes Chlamydiae Planctomycetes

Archaea

Euryarchaeota (Methanogens, Halophiles) Crenarchaeota (Thermophiles) Nanoarchaeota Korarchaeota fish bird insect mammal reptile amphibian mollusk fungi
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Truxalis 🔎

Truxalis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to the Andes Mountains and parts of South America. They are primarily found as shrubs or small trees with delicate, green leaves, which grow in clusters or in rows. Their flowers are large, pink or white, and they produce seeds that can be dispersed by birds or wind.

Merguia 🔎

Merguia is a type of tree native to the Andes mountains, primarily in Peru but also found in Chile and Bolivia. It's characterized by its long, slender branches that extend up to 10 meters tall and can reach over 30 meters in diameter. These trees are known for their distinctive leaf patterns and colorful flowers.

Chilorhinus 🔎

Chilorhinus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to South America and the Andes Mountains. These plants are known for their large, dense foliage that can reach up to 2 meters tall. They produce flowers with six petals, which are arranged in a symmetrical pattern along the stem.

Syracolithus 🔎

The term "Syracolithus" is a scientific name for an extinct volcano in South America, which was located between Lake Titicaca and the Andes Mountains. It is named after its distinctive red coloration due to iron oxides that are present in the volcanic rock.

Donkiella 🔎

Donkiella is a type of bird found in the South American Andes, where it breeds on rocky slopes and can grow up to 2 meters long. It is known for its distinctive black and white feathers with distinctive white spots. The term "Donkiella" refers to this particular species of bird.

Lobo 🔎

Lobo is a large, carnivorous mammal native to the Andes in South America. Its body is covered with thick fur and it has sharp claws for digging burrows. Loxos are known for their unique ability to sense vibrations from their environment and use this information to navigate through dense forests or search for food sources.

Parguayan 🔎

Parguayan is a species of plant in the family Rutaceae, native to the Andes Mountains and other regions around the world. It grows in rocky or sandy soils and is known for its distinctive, colorful flowers that can range from small to large and are often used as ornamental plants.

Chorro 🔎

Chorro is a type of watermelon that grows in the Andes region of South America, commonly known for its vibrant color and delicious taste.

Hondo 🔎

Hondo is a type of plant that is native to the Andes region in South America, known for its unique characteristics and uses. It is characterized by its tall, slender stems with large leaves, which can grow up to 30 feet (9 meters) tall. The plant's root system is deep-rooted, allowing it to take on a dense canopy that covers much of the forest floor. Hondo plants are often used in landscaping and as a source of food for wildlife.

Iberotrechus 🔎

Iberotrechus is a genus of small, herbivorous mammals in the family Leporidae that are found primarily in the Andes and Amazon rainforest regions of South America. They are known for their distinctive beak-like teeth and their ability to feed on fruits, leaves, and other plant materials.

Sabeidhel 🔎

Sakeidhel is a type of language that is spoken in a specific region, usually found in the Andes Mountains, Central America. It is a combination of several languages including Quechua, Aymara, and Inca. The dialects are quite diverse due to the differences in climate, flora, fauna, and cultural influences.

Optimandes 🔎

Optimandes are a type of fruit that is often used in tropical foods, such as smoothies, desserts, and drinks. They have a sweet, creamy texture, which is due to their high water content and low sugar content. Their name comes from the Latin word "optimus," meaning "good" or "excellent."

Hiuscoyol 🔎

Hiuscoyol is a type of potato that grows in high-altitude regions, such as the Andes and the Himalayas. It typically has white or yellow flesh with a crisp texture and a slightly sweet flavor. This species is known for its high nutritional value and is often used in various dishes including pizza, soups, and stews.

Besudo 🔎

Besudo is a type of food that originated in the Andes region of South America, specifically in Peru. It is made by marinating meat or fish in a special sauce called "bésido" and then frying it until crispy, giving it a savory flavor and texture. This dish is often served as a side dish or to accompany other dishes like rice or stew.

Laguna 🔎

Laguna is a body of water surrounded by mountains, often found in the Andes region. It is characterized by its steep cliffs and rocky terrain, creating an imposing landscape that is commonly referred to as "the place where dreams end."

Palo 🔎

Palo is a type of vegetation found in forests, particularly in the Andes region of South America. It's characterized by its dense and diverse canopy, with numerous species of trees, shrubs, and other plants growing together. The term "palo" comes from the Spanish word "palos," which means "trees."

Globochthonius 🔎

Globochthonius is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to South America and the Andes.

Mediterranean 🔎

Mediterranean is a geographical area between the Mediterranean Sea, its shores, and the Adriatic Sea in Europe. It includes parts of Italy, Spain, and eastern France along the western edge of the Isthmus of Landes. This region has been inhabited for thousands of years and is known for its unique flora and fauna, as well as its rich history and culture.

Labidura? 🔎

Labidura is a type of bird found in the Andes Mountains, specifically in Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador. It has long feathers that are adapted for flight and hunting by night. The labidura's wings are covered with scales and can be used to detect prey.

Churabana 🔎

Churabana is a type of fruit that is known for its unique flavor and texture, originating from the Andes region in Peru.

Cicindelidia 🔎

Cicindelidia is a type of flowering plant, typically native to the South American Andes region. It grows in dense shrubland or forest, and its leaves are usually arranged in a leafless stem that is often covered with spines. The flowers are typically small, pinkish, and have five petals, and they bloom from September to March. Cicindelidia is considered an important part of the Andean ecosystem due to their role in pollination and seed dispersal.

Ocinara 🔎

Ocinara is a type of plant that grows in the tropical regions of South America, particularly in the Andes and Amazon rainforests. It's known for its unique adaptations and ecological significance, including its ability to thrive in high-altitude conditions, which allows it to grow quickly and efficiently.

Aristeyera 🔎

Aristea is a type of tree native to the Andes Mountains in South America, known for its unique and distinctive species, including the famous "Cordillera del Volcán" or "Volcanic Cordillera." It's primarily found in the Andes region, particularly in the valleys of the Inca Trail. The tree is characterized by its thick bark that can be used as a natural material for construction and insulation.

Desmaria 🔎

Desmaria is a type of plant that grows in the desert regions of South America, particularly in the Andes and the Andino de los Andes (Andean mountains) from Chile through Argentina to Brazil. It is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves with large, serrated teeth-like projections on one side, known as crenellations, which are used for climbing and reaching high places. Desmarias are primarily found in the Andes, but they can also grow

Tirpitzia 🔎

Tirpitzia, also known as a dwarf tortoise, is a species of reptile that grows up to 2 meters long and lives in the tropical regions of South America. They are characterized by their small size and are often found in the Andes, where they can adapt to the high altitude and heat.

Deciduous Forest 🔎