Animal Adaptations & Behaviors Flashcard

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What is an adaptation?

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A characteristic or trait that helps an animal survive in its environment.

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What is the purpose of a bird's beak shape?

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Different beak shapes are adapted for different feeding habits, such as cracking seeds or sipping nectar.

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What is learned behavior?

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Behavior that an animal acquires through experience or observation.

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What is instinctive behavior?

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Behavior that an animal is born with, which helps it meet its basic needs.

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What is migration?

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The seasonal movement of animals from one region to another for food, breeding, or climate.

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What is imprinting?

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A form of learning where a young animal recognizes and follows the first moving object it sees, usually its parent.

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What is camouflage?

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A coloring or pattern that helps an animal blend in with its surroundings to avoid predators.

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What is the difference between innate and learned behavior?

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Innate behavior is instinctual and present at birth, while learned behavior is acquired through experience.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in animals?

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A dog sitting when told to is an example of learned behavior.

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What is an example of an instinctive behavior?

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A baby sea turtle crawling towards the ocean after hatching is an example of instinctive behavior.