Adaptations

An adaptation is a characteristic or trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

Behavioral Adaptations and Physical/Structural Adaptations.

A Physical/Structural Adaptation is a physical feature of an organism that enhances its survival, such as sharp teeth or camouflage.

A Behavioral Adaptation is a behavior that helps an organism survive, such as migration or hibernation.

Variation refers to the differences in traits among individuals of the same species.

Variations are caused by mutations in genes, which can lead to different physical characteristics.

The spikes on a porcupine fish are an example of a Physical/Structural Adaptation.

Migration of birds to warmer climates during winter is an example of a Behavioral Adaptation.

Mutations introduce new traits in a population, which can lead to evolution over time.

Adaptations help organisms survive better in their environment, find food, avoid predators, and reproduce.