Adaptations and the Environment

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a special feature or behavior that helps a living thing survive in its environment.

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Why do animals have adaptations?

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Animals have adaptations to help them find food, protect themselves, and reproduce in their environment.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a way that animals blend in with their surroundings to avoid being seen by predators.

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Give an example of an animal that uses camouflage.

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A chameleon changes its color to blend in with leaves and branches.

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What is a beak adaptation?

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A beak adaptation is a special shape or size of a bird's beak that helps it eat specific types of food.

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How does a pelican's beak help it?

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A pelican's beak is large and scoop-shaped, allowing it to catch and hold fish.

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What is the purpose of a giraffe's long neck?

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A giraffe's long neck helps it reach leaves high up in trees for food.

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What are opposable thumbs?

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Opposable thumbs are thumbs that can touch the other fingers, allowing for better grip and manipulation of objects.

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How do armadillos protect themselves?

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Armadillos have armored plates that protect them from predators.

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What is the function of a long tongue in some animals?

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A long tongue helps animals like anteaters catch insects and reach food.