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 an animal or plant 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 from predators, and survive in their habitats.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is an adaptation that allows animals to blend in with their surroundings to avoid being seen by predators.

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What is a beak?

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A beak is the hard, pointed part of a bird's mouth that is used for eating, grooming, and other functions.

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How do adaptations develop?

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Adaptations develop over many generations through the process of evolution.

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What is an example of a bird with a specialized beak?

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The pelican has a beak adapted to scoop up fish from the water.

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What is the role of a sloth's camouflage?

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A sloth's camouflage helps it hide from predators in the trees.

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Can all animals adapt to their environment?

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Yes, all animals have adaptations that help them survive in their specific environments.

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What is the difference between a physical adaptation and a behavioral adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a body part that helps an animal survive, while a behavioral adaptation is a way an animal acts to survive.

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Give an example of a physical adaptation.

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The long neck of a giraffe is a physical adaptation that helps it reach leaves high in trees.