Alpine
The Alpine biome is similar to tundra but lacks permanent ice below the soil, and the temperatures vary more widely. Alpine areas occur throughout the world, often at about 10,000 feet (3000 m) at lower latitudes, but always just below the snow line. Because of their altitude, these are windy, cold places. The thin atmosphere provides only limited protection from UV radiation. Many alpine plants are therefore low and slow growing. Grasses are abundant, as are herbs that can provide spectacular wildflower displays during the short growing season. Alpine grazers include mountain goats, llamas, yaks, and marmots, as well as seasonally active insects. Predators include wolves and cats such as the Himalayan snow leopard.