Savanna is a type of flat grassland in tropical and subtropical regions, bordering tropical rainforests. However, certain dry savannas are present on the borders of some deserts as well. These grasslands are generally warm and they have dry climatic conditions. They are characterised by brushy and coarse grasses with a few small or dispersed trees that form a scattered sunshade. These scattered sunshades help sunlight to reach the land directly. Since these grasslands are close to rainforests, they witness long rainy seasons. However, as the distance increases, the savannas become dry and hot. One of the largest savannas on the Earth is the African savanna. Other major savannas are found in South America, Australia, India, the Myanmar (Burma)–Thailand region in Asia and Madagascar.
Tree Canopy: The layer of overlapping leaves, branches and stems of the tall trees that provides shade to the smaller plants underneath.
