{
  "biome_id": "scrubland",
  "display_name": "Scrubland",
  "description": "Semi-arid transition zones with sparse vegetation, scattered shrubs and bushes, serving as fallback biome for indeterminate climate conditions",

  "classification": {
    "type": "normal_biome",
    "priority": 1,
    "token_requirements": {
      "_comment": "Fallback biome - no specific requirements, catches all unmatched areas"
    },
    "climate_conditions": {
      "moderate_aridity": true,
      "variable_temperatures": true,
      "irregular_precipitation": true,
      "transitional_zone": true
    },
    "elevation_range": {
      "minimum": 0,
      "maximum": 1500,
      "typical_range": [200, 800],
      "formation_zone": "transition_areas_between_major_biomes"
    },
    "generation_notes": {
      "formation_process": "Default fallback biome for areas not matching specific climate criteria",
      "geographic_distribution": "Transition zones, climate boundaries, indeterminate areas",
      "rarity": "Common - appears where other biomes don't fit",
      "minimum_area": 50,
      "typical_area_range": [100, 500]
    }
  },

  "vegetation": {
    "primary": "mixed_shrubs_and_bushes",
    "secondary": ["drought_tolerant_shrubs", "hardy_grasses", "scattered_small_trees", "thorny_bushes"],
    "characteristics": [
      "sparse_vegetation_cover",
      "drought_adaptation",
      "mixed_growth_patterns",
      "seasonal_variation",
      "opportunistic_growth"
    ],
    "forest_compatibility": "scattered_trees_only",
    "note": "Adaptable vegetation that survives in variable conditions"
  },

  "environmental_properties": {
    "vegetation_density": 1.2,
    "soil_stability": 1.4,
    "erosion_resistance": 1.1,
    "water_retention": 1.0,
    "fire_risk": 1.6,
    "biodiversity": 1.1
  },

  "resource_modifiers": {
    "agriculture": 0.7,
    "livestock_grazing": 1.4,
    "small_game_hunting": 1.2,
    "medicinal_plants": 1.3,
    "thorny_wood": 1.1,
    "wind_energy": 1.2,
    "solar_energy": 1.3,
    "forestry": 0.3,
    "industrial_suitability": 0.8,
    "tourism": 0.6
  },

  "industrial_considerations": {
    "construction_requirements": [
      "basic_ground_preparation",
      "seasonal_weather_adaptation",
      "dust_and_wind_protection"
    ],
    "advantages": [
      "low_environmental_restrictions",
      "moderate_construction_costs",
      "good_solar_exposure",
      "reasonable_access_routes"
    ],
    "challenges": [
      "limited_water_availability",
      "variable_soil_conditions",
      "fire_risk_management",
      "dust_storm_considerations"
    ]
  },

  "gameplay_effects": {
    "defensive_bonuses": {
      "moderate_concealment": 1.2,
      "irregular_terrain_advantage": 1.1
    },
    "economic_factors": {
      "low_development_costs": 1.3,
      "moderate_maintenance_costs": 1.1,
      "grazing_income": 1.4
    },
    "strategic_value": {
      "transition_zone_control": 1.2,
      "buffer_territory": 1.3,
      "fallback_settlement": 1.1
    }
  },

  "seasonal_patterns": {
    "wet_season": {
      "conditions": "increased_vegetation_growth_and_temporary_blooming",
      "opportunities": "grazing_improvement_and_limited_agriculture",
      "wildlife": "increased_activity_and_breeding"
    },
    "dry_season": {
      "conditions": "vegetation_dormancy_and_increased_fire_risk",
      "challenges": "water_scarcity_and_livestock_stress",
      "wildlife": "reduced_activity_and_migration"
    }
  },

  "wildlife": {
    "adapted_species": [
      "small_mammals",
      "ground_birds",
      "reptiles",
      "hardy_insects"
    ],
    "hunting_opportunities": 1.2,
    "biodiversity": 1.1,
    "conservation_value": "moderate_ecosystem_diversity"
  },

  "soil_characteristics": {
    "soil_type": "variable_sandy_clay_soils",
    "organic_matter": "moderate_due_to_mixed_vegetation",
    "drainage": "generally_well_drained_with_seasonal_variation",
    "erosion_risk": "moderate_especially_during_dry_periods"
  },

  "land_use_potential": {
    "extensive_grazing": "primary_economic_use",
    "limited_agriculture": "drought_resistant_crops_only",
    "renewable_energy": "good_solar_and_wind_potential",
    "rural_settlements": "viable_with_water_management"
  },

  "water_management": {
    "water_sources": "seasonal_streams_and_groundwater",
    "conservation_needs": "essential_for_any_development",
    "irrigation_potential": "limited_but_possible_with_investment",
    "drought_resilience": "moderate_natural_adaptation"
  },

  "fire_ecology": {
    "natural_fire_frequency": "irregular_seasonal_fires",
    "fire_adaptation": "mixed_vegetation_recovery_rates",
    "fire_management": "controlled_burns_for_grazing_improvement",
    "fire_prevention": "firebreaks_and_early_warning_systems"
  }
}