alpine tundra

American  

noun

1. a tundra that is treeless because of high elevation rather than high latitude.

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Example Sentences

"We anticipate an increase in respiration across the whole Arctic and alpine tundra, but more in situ data, particularly on the local soil conditions, is key to addressing the outstanding uncertainties and refining our predictions."

From Science Daily

In another study from a team led by Earth system science Ph.D. candidate Allison Welch, researchers describe what kind of plants are expanding into the Arctic and alpine tundra.

From Science Daily

"With increasing temperatures and wildfire activity, we're seeing increased growth of bigger, deciduous shrubs," Welch said, whose team studied five different alpine tundra sites for the research, which appears in Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research.

From Science Daily

Forest Service has ordered a halt to the expansion of a Rocky Mountains ski resort after contractors mistakenly demolished protected alpine tundra to create a temporary road.

From Seattle Times

During the last ice age, glaciers came close to Hocking Hills, leaving behind species, such as eastern hemlock and Canada yew, more often seen on the alpine tundra.

From Washington Post