Overview. Grasslands have many names—prairies in North America, Asian steppes, savannahs and veldts in Africa, Australian rangelands, and pampas, llanos and cerrados in South America.

What is prairie called in Australia?

Grasslands in Australia are known as the Downs. Temperate grasslands are areas of open grassy plains that are sparsely populated with trees. Various names of temperate grasslands include pampas, downs, and veldts.

Are there any grasslands in Australia?

Australia has a latitudinal range of 11°S to 44°S, which, coupled with precipitation from 100 mm to 4 000 mm, generates a wide range of grassland environments. The landscape is characterized by vast plains with only limited elevated areas. Most farms rely on animal products from grasslands. ...