Predators and Prey

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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 prey?

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Prey is an animal that is hunted and eaten by predators.

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Can you name a common predator?

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A common predator is a lion.

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Can you name a common prey?

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A common prey is a rabbit.

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What do predators need to survive?

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Predators need food, which they get by hunting prey.

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What do prey animals do to stay safe?

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Prey animals often hide or run away to avoid being caught by predators.

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How do predators find their prey?

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Predators use their senses, like sight and smell, to find their prey.

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What is an example of a predator-prey relationship?

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An example is a hawk (predator) hunting a mouse (prey).

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Why are predators important in nature?

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Predators help control the population of prey animals, keeping ecosystems balanced.

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What happens if there are too many prey animals?

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If there are too many prey animals, they can overeat plants and harm the environment.