Animal Adaptations

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What is mimicry?

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Mimicry is when an animal looks like another animal or plant to trick predators.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a change in behavior that helps an animal survive, such as birds singing after listening to other birds.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a change in an animal's body that helps it survive, like a polar bear's webbed feet.

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What is an example of a behavioral adaptation?

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Geese migrating south to warmer temperatures during the winter is an example of a behavioral adaptation.

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What are chemical defenses?

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Chemical defenses are ways animals protect themselves using substances, like venom or foul-smelling spray.

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What is an example of mimicry in animals?

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An example of mimicry is a harmless snake that looks like a venomous snake to avoid being eaten.

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How do physical adaptations help animals?

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Physical adaptations help animals survive in their environment by providing advantages like camouflage or better movement.

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What is the difference between physical and behavioral adaptations?

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Physical adaptations are body changes, while behavioral adaptations are changes in how animals act.

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Can you name a chemical defense used by animals?

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An octopus can release ink as a chemical defense to escape predators.

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Why do animals migrate?

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Animals migrate to find food, better living conditions, or to reproduce.

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