Adaptations

What is an adaptation

• an internal or external characteristic or feature of an organism

• a living thing

• any characteristic that helps an organism survive or reproduce

What is a trait?

• an internal or external characteristic or feature of an organism

• a living thing

• any characteristic that helps an organism survive or reproduce

Where do organisms inherit their traits from?

• The sun

• Their children

• Dogs

• Their parents

Do animals choose the traits they inherit?

• Yes

• No

Check all that apply. How do ducks feet help them survive in their environment?

• They are webbed which help them swim better.

• They have strong sturdy hooves.

• The have few blood vessels which helps them stay warmer longer on ice

• They can dig up snow to help them eat what is under it.