Winter temperatures can be under -40 degrees Fahrenheit. Most get 20-35 inches of rain a year. The west side of a prairie does not get very much ran, not as much as the east side, and the grass there only grows about two feet. The east side gets much more water than the west. Grass on the east side grows about six feet.
Many animals feed on grass and leaves, others feed on mice and other small animals.
Prairie dogs dig underground burrows to hide from enemies. Blackbirds, grouse, meadowlarks, quail, and sparrows live on prairies. Large herds of bison, sometimes called buffalo used to roam the prairies. Coyotes, foxes, and skunks eat smaller animals. Badgers, hawks, owls, and some snakes eat mostly meat.