Adaptations

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a change in an animal or plant that helps it survive in its environment.

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What is hibernation?

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Hibernation is a long sleep that some animals take during the winter to survive when food is scarce.

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How does hibernation help animals?

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Hibernation allows animals to store fat and stay out of the winter cold.

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What does camouflage mean?

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Camouflage is when an animal changes its color or pattern to blend in with its surroundings.

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Why do some animals change color with the seasons?

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Animals change color to blend in with their surroundings and avoid predators.

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What is an example of camouflage?

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A green snake blending in with leaves is an example of camouflage.

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What are webbed feet?

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Webbed feet are feet with skin between the toes that help animals swim.

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How do webbed feet help animals?

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Webbed feet help animals swim faster.

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What is mimicry?

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Mimicry is when one animal looks like another animal to avoid being eaten by predators.

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What is migration?

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Migration is the movement of animals from one place to another, often to find food or a better climate.