Adaptations

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

Behavioral adaptations and structural (physical) adaptations.

A behavioral adaptation is a change in the way an organism acts to survive in its environment.

A structural adaptation is a physical feature of an organism that enhances its survival.

An owl being nocturnal and hunting at night.

A giraffe's long neck to reach high leaves.

Habitat destruction is the process in which natural habitat is rendered unable to support the species present.

Many species of animals may become extinct.

Structural (physical) adaptation.

Behavioral adaptation.