5th Grade Adaptations & Traits

Front

What is an adaptation?

Back

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

Front

What are structural adaptations?

Back

Structural adaptations are physical features of an organism, such as body parts or coloration, that help it survive.

Front

What are behavioral adaptations?

Back

Behavioral adaptations are actions or behaviors that organisms do to survive, such as migration or hibernation.

Front

How do adaptations help animals?

Back

Adaptations help animals survive, get food, and protect themselves.

Front

What is an instinctive behavior?

Back

Instinctive behaviors are actions that organisms are born knowing how to do, without needing to learn them.

Front

Give an example of a structural adaptation in animals.

Back

An example of a structural adaptation is the sharp claws of a tiger that help it catch prey.

Front

Give an example of a behavioral adaptation in animals.

Back

An example of a behavioral adaptation is a bird migrating south for the winter.

Front

What is the purpose of camouflage in animals?

Back

Camouflage helps animals blend into their environment to avoid predators or to sneak up on prey.

Front

What is the difference between a predator and prey?

Back

A predator is an animal that hunts and eats other animals, while prey is the animal that is hunted.

Front

What is the role of sharp teeth in predators?

Back

Sharp teeth help predators catch and consume their prey more effectively.