Animal Adaptations flashcard

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What are animal adaptations?

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Animal adaptations are special features or behaviors that help animals survive in their environment.

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How do sharp teeth help animals?

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Sharp teeth help animals attack and eat their prey.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a way that animals blend in with their surroundings to avoid being seen by predators.

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What do we call animals that are hunted by predators?

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Animals that are hunted by predators are called prey.

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What do we call animals that hunt other animals for food?

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Animals that hunt other animals for food are called predators.

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Why do polar bears have large feet?

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Polar bears have large feet to help them stay on ice and walk on snow.

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What is the benefit of camouflage for animals?

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Camouflage helps animals hide from predators and sneak up on prey.

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What is an example of an animal adaptation?

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An example of an animal adaptation is the long neck of a giraffe, which helps it reach leaves high in trees.

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How do sharp claws help animals?

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Sharp claws help animals catch and hold onto their prey.

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What is hibernation?

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Hibernation is a state of deep sleep that some animals enter during winter to conserve energy.