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Yes, there are a few species of ferns that have adapted to living in the desert. See the link below.

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Most ferns require a moist environment to survive and would struggle to survive in the extreme conditions of a desert. The lack of water and high temperatures in the desert would likely be too challenging for a fern to thrive.

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What is an arctic fern?

There is no specific plant known as an "arctic fern." However, there are several fern species that can be found in Arctic regions, such as the cloudberry fern, high mountain fern, and northern wood fern, which are adapted to survive in cold climates.


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Ferns can be found in either a forest or a desert. They are much more common in a forest, however.


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What plants cannot survive in the desert?

Desert plants have adapted to the extremes of heat and aridity by using both physical and behavioral mechanisms.


Why would it be unlikely to find fungus growing in the desert?

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