Patagonian grasslands
Ecoregion in the south of Argentina / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Patagonian grasslands (NT0804) is an ecoregion in the south of Argentina and Chile. The grasslands are home to diverse fauna, including several rare or endemic species of birds. There are few protected areas. The grasslands are threatened by overgrazing by sheep, which supply high-quality merino wool. Efforts are being made to develop sustainable grazing practices to avoid desertification.
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Patagonian grasslands (NT0804) | |
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Ecology | |
Realm | Neotropical |
Biome | Temperate grasslands, savannas, and shrublands |
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Coordinates | 52.833°S 69.179°W / -52.833; -69.179 |
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