Traveling to the Coastal Side of Earth

Like hiking? Then come and explore the plants and animals of seven of the world’s major mountain ranges! From the towering Himalayas to the austere Atlas Mountains, mountain ecosystems are chock full of interesting organisms. Often considered biological hotspots, many of these regions feature life forms with amazing adaptations to enable survival in rugged terrain and extreme weather conditions. Learn more about montane flora and fauna with this quick tour through a variety of mountains across the globe.