"Huge, far-reaching landscapes of swaying grass or shrubs, grasslands support a whole host of organisms and are one of the most important biomes for people, too. Peel back the corners of the grassland to find out how many different organisms rely upon this ecosystem for survival, from elephants and gazelles to prairie dogs and horses. Discover how each organism functions within its grassland ecosystem, and learn about the daily fight for survival that takes place in these huge hunting grounds."--Amazon.com.

What is an ecosystem? -- Energy in ecosystems -- The Canadian prairies -- The American prairies -- The Eurasian steppe -- The veld -- The African savanna -- The South American pampas -- Montane grasslands -- Island grasslands -- Xeric shrublands -- Our natural habitat? -- Protecting grasslands.