5.10A Adaptations

Some birds have large, sharp claws and beaks. These birds most likely eat –

• small animals

• tall grasses

• pond microorganisms

• tiny insects

Which adaptation of a frog most helps it capture insects to eat?

• Croaking sound

• Sticky tongue

• Laying eggs

• Smooth skin

Some bears have thick layers of fat and fur that help to keep them warm. These adaptations are best suited to an environment that is –

• dry

• cold

• dark

• windy

All of the following would be adaptations that would be an advantage in a hot, dry desert habitat EXCEPT –

• being active at night

• getting water from plants

• hunting other animals

• digging burrows underground

Which foot is best adapted for an animal that must dig tunnels underground to escape predators?

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All plants and animals have special features called _________________.

Special features or adaptations help plants or animals ___________ in their environments.

Some animal adaptations help an animal obtain food. For example, a bird’s ____________ is designed for the particular type of food it eats, such as seeds, fruit, or insects.

Some animals blend into their surroundings making it difficult for predators to see them. This is called ____________.

What structure does a cow have that allows the cow to chew food?

• A big mouth

• Flat teeth

• Hooves

• A good sense of smell