Chaparral
A shrubland with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters, it is also known as Mediterranean shrubland
Real World Example
Imagine trying to maintain a balanced diet throughout the year, where you indulge in heavier, richer foods during winter and switch to lighter, hydrating meals in the summer. This cycle of dietary changes is similar to the chaparral's seasonal pattern of experiencing cool, wet winters followed by hot, dry summers. Just as you adapt your meals to suit the climate and the needs of your body in each season, the chaparral ecosystem thrives by adapting to its drastic seasonal shifts, with plants growing lush and green during the rainy winter and conserving water during the arid summer.
Practice Version
