Animal Structure & Function

What is the function of a camel's hump?

• Stores fat for energy

• Carries a human

• Stores water

What is the function of a desert fox's large ears?

• To make itself look bigger

• To help dissipate heat to keep itself cool

• To improve hearing in the vast desert

Why does a Gila Monster have such a thick tail?

• To whip its enemies as a defense against predators

• To help it move faster

• To store fat for energy

What is the function of a jaguar's spotted fur?

• To help it blend easily into jungle habitats

• To keep the jaguar cool

• To attract a mate

Why does a moose have wide hooves?

• To help it walk through thick snow

• To hold its enormous body weight

• To allow it to swim in water

What is the purpose of a Must Ox's long, dense coat?

• Keeps the flies away

• As camouflage in the forest

• Helps protect from Arctic wind and cold

Why does a poison dart frog have such a bright color?

• To warn jungle predators that it is poisonous

• To camouflage with the jungle terrain

• To stand out against the green leaves

Why does a polar bear have white fur?

• To keep them cool

• To keep them warm

• To help them blend in with the snow while hunting

Why does a "walking stick" bug look like a twig or stick?

• To fool predators into thinking it is a part of a tree

• To keep it warm in the winter

• Because twigs are its favorite outfit

Why does a Ptarmigan bird's feathers change from brown in the summer to white in the winter?

• To attract a female companion

• Summer is it's favorite season

• To help camouflage during the different seasons