10 Questions
What is a behavioral adaptation?
Changes in an animal's behavior to survive in the environment
Which animal has physiological adaptation?
Snake
What is an example of a physical adaptation?
Tiger's hair providing camouflage and warmth
Why are camels called ships of the desert?
They help in transportation and can live without water for many days
What is the unique adaptation of eagles?
Muscular legs and huge curved talons for grabbing prey
What are physiological adaptations?
Metabolic changes in an animal to help them survive
Why are camels called 'ships of the desert'?
Due to their ability to store fat in the hump
What is an example of a behavioral adaptation?
Giraffe's long neck for reaching high leaves
What is a physical adaptation?
Giraffe's long neck for reaching high leaves
What is unique about a hummingbird's beak and tongue?
They are designed to help it drink nectar from long tubular flowers.
Study Notes
Adaptations
- A behavioral adaptation is a learned behavior that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.
- An example of a physiological adaptation is the camel's ability to store water in its bloodstream and tissues.
- The camel's humps store fat, not water, allowing it to survive for weeks without water; hence, they are called "ships of the desert".
- Eagles have a unique adaptation of exceptional eyesight, with a field of vision of almost 360 degrees.
- Physiological adaptations are internal changes that help an organism survive and thrive in its environment.
- A physical adaptation is a physical trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment; for example, the polar bear's white fur is a physical adaptation that helps it blend in with its snowy environment.
- A hummingbird's beak and tongue are uniquely adapted to feed on nectar, with its long, extendable tongue allowing it to reach deep into flowers.
- A behavioral adaptation example is a bird's migration pattern, which helps it escape harsh weather conditions and find food.
Learn about animal adaptations, including physical, physiological, and behavioral features that help them survive in their environments. Explore how animals use special body parts, shapes, skin, and color to thrive in their natural habitats.
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