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What is an adaptation?

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A change in an animal or plant that helps it survive in its environment.

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Why do animals develop adaptations?

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To survive better in their environment when conditions change.

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What is an example of an adaptation in a giraffe?

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The long neck of a giraffe helps it reach leaves high in trees.

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How does the black tip of a giraffe's tongue help it survive?

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It prevents sunburn.

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What part of the hummingbird is adapted to help it eat?

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The beak.

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Which animals have adaptations?

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All animals have adaptations to help them survive.

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What happens to some animals when the environment changes?

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Some die, some move, and others develop adaptations.

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How quickly do animals develop adaptations?

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Over generations.

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What is camouflage?

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A way animals blend in with their environment to avoid being seen.

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Give an example of camouflage in animals.

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A chameleon changes color to match its surroundings.