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 plant or animal survive in its environment.

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Can you name an example of an animal adaptation?

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The long tongue of an echidna helps it reach ants and termites to eat.

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What does camouflage mean?

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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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How do the armored plates of an armadillo help it?

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The armored plates protect the armadillo from predators.

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Why is the black tip of a giraffe's tongue important?

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The black tip of a giraffe's tongue helps prevent sunburn when it reaches for leaves in the sun.

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What is the purpose of a pelican's beak?

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A pelican's beak is adapted to scoop up fish from the water.

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What is a predator?

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A predator is an animal that hunts and eats other animals.

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What is the role of adaptations in survival?

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Adaptations help animals and plants survive by allowing them to find food, avoid predators, and thrive in their environment.

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How does the long snout of an echidna help it?

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The long snout allows the echidna to dig into the ground to find food.

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What is the importance of having taste buds?

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Taste buds help animals detect flavors in food, which can help them choose what to eat.