As you can see from the climate graph, plants and animals in the desert have to cope with very little water. The climate is very hot. Summer day time temperatures can exceed 40°C. However ...

Join EVA ('Earth's Virtual Assistant') to investigate the climate, animals and plants that characterise two of the planet's major biomes: rainforests and deserts. EVA: Get set for an exciting journey.

Many of the features at Petrified Forest are on a scale best appreciated by leaving the car. Plan enough time to walk among the fossil logs and Painted Desert badlands. For a half-day visit ...