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The taiga is characterized by a climate of long, severe winters and a constant cover of snow, and short, cool summers. The vegetation is dominated by conifers such as spruce, fir, and hemlock. Characteristic animals are elk, moose, mule deer, black bears, and grizzly bears. The taiga occurs in the northern reaches of North America and Eurasia.

The taiga is also sometimes referred to as boreal forest or northern coniferous forest. Taiga-like vegetation occurs on the upper elevations of mountain ranges.

A detailed examination of the Northern Boreal Forest (Taiga) from Nearctica.com. This segment of the Biomes Section of Nearctica contains a general introduction to the Northern Boreal Forest, information on the climate and other factors causing the development of the ecosystem, and descriptions of some of the birds, mammals, trees, and butterflies of the region.

Boreal Forest Network. An organization dedicated to the preservation and conservation of boreal forest. The site includes information about current threats to the boreal forests of Canada and articles on the endangered and threatened species found there.

Forests for Life. World Wildlife Fund. You'll find a detailed breakdown of the forest types of North America and a series of maps related to the forest types and their conservation status for North America and the World.

Taiga Biome. Missouri Botanical Garden. An excellent introduction to the taiga biome including basic information and specific information about the plants and animals found there.

Taiga or Boreal Forest. Biomes of the World, Susan Woodward. An introduction to the Taiga with information on its vegetation, animals, and climate.

Taiga Rescue Network. A collection of links and some information on the natural history, economics, and conservation of the boreal forest (taiga).