Definition:
Xeric environments are shaped by scarcity of water, where only certain plants and creatures can endure. The soil tends to be coarse, and shade is often limited. Life that survives there does so through careful conservation and adaptation. These landscapes can appear stark at first glance, yet they hold intricate systems beneath the surface. The word captures the quiet resilience of dry places.
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