How are the Sahel and savanna different?

- Semi-arid region that lies at the southern edge of the Sahara desert

- Annual precipitation ranges from 100 to 600 mm (4-24 inches)

- Supports grassland, shrubland, and woodland vegetation

- Home to a variety of animal species, including camels, goats, sheep, cattle, and antelope

Savanna

- Tropical grassland ecosystem with scattered trees

- Annual precipitation ranges from 500 to 1500 mm (20-60 inches)

- Supports a wide variety of plant and animal species, including baobab trees, acacia trees, elephants, lions, zebras, and giraffes

Differences between Sahel and Savanna

- The Sahel is a semi-arid region, while the savanna is a tropical grassland ecosystem.

- The Sahel receives less rainfall than the savanna.

- The Sahel supports grassland, shrubland, and woodland vegetation, while the savanna supports a wide variety of plant and animal species, including baobab trees, acacia trees, elephants, lions, zebras, and giraffes.