Adaptations

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What is an adaptation?

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

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a body part or feature that helps an organism survive, like a kangaroo's pouch.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is something an organism does to survive, like migrating for warmer weather.

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Why do animals use camouflage?

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Animals use camouflage to blend in with their surroundings and stay safe from predators.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the place where an organism lives and finds all the resources it needs to survive.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their environment interacting together.

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What happens to fish populations if their predators are removed?

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If predators like the Great Blue Heron are removed, fish populations may increase.

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Give an example of a physical adaptation in animals.

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The thick fur of a polar bear is a physical adaptation that helps it stay warm in cold climates.

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Give an example of a behavioral adaptation in animals.

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Birds migrating south for the winter is a behavioral adaptation.

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What is the purpose of a camouflage adaptation?

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The purpose of camouflage is to help animals avoid detection by predators.