Mastering Terrestrial Locomotion

Forms of Animal Locomotion

• Terrestrial locomotion includes walking, running, hopping, and crawling, but swimming is NOT considered a terrestrial form.

Friction Replacement in Terrestrial Locomotion

• In terrestrial locomotion, reduced friction is often replaced by increased traction, allowing animals to grip surfaces effectively.

Surfaces Supporting Sliding Locomotion

• Sliding locomotion is viable on smooth or icy surfaces where minimal friction allows for gliding movements, such as on frozen grounds or wet mud.

Human Adaptations to Snow and Ice

• Humans utilize specialized gear like crampons or skis for better grip and mobility over snowpack and ice, adapting techniques such as shuffling or sliding on slippery surfaces to maintain balance.

Limbless Locomotion Propulsion

• The primary propulsive structure in limbless locomotion is the body itself, using lateral undulations or serpentine movements to navigate along surfaces.