Investigation 3 Crayfish

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What is an exoskeleton?

Back

An exoskeleton is a hard outer structure that protects and supports the body of some animals, like crayfish and cockroaches.

Front

What do crayfish use to grab food?

Back

Crayfish use pincers to grab food and protect themselves.

Front

What is a consumer in a food chain?

Back

A consumer is an organism that eats other organisms for energy.

Front

What do animals need to survive in the Arctic?

Back

Animals need thick fur or feathers to survive in the cold Arctic environment.

Front

What adaptations do desert animals or plants need?

Back

Desert animals or plants need adaptations to live with very little water.

Front

How many legs do crayfish have?

Back

Crayfish have 10 legs.

Front

What is the habitat of a crayfish?

Back

Crayfish typically live in freshwater environments like rivers, lakes, and ponds.

Front

What is the role of pincers in crayfish?

Back

Pincers help crayfish to catch food and defend themselves from predators.

Front

What type of animal is a crayfish?

Back

A crayfish is a type of crustacean.

Front

What do we call animals that can make their own food?

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Animals that can make their own food are called producers.