Lions are also known for where they live. In the thorn forest, the grown plant is a cactus. The animals that live in the forest are life, Birds, and capybara. The tropical forests are the warmest year-round, while the taiga is the coldest forest biome. Central and South America, western and central Africa, western India, Southeast Asia, the island of New Guinea, and Australia. These places help the animal survive and it is for all animals.