Exit Ticket-Adaptations

A puffer fish is able to "puff" up to make itself look bigger when threatened. How is the adaptation helpful?

Answer explanation

Helps to ward off predators.

An opossum is able to slow heart rate, become stiff, and play dead in the presence of predators. How is the adaptation helpful?

Answer explanation

Predators think it is dead and leave it alone.

The Monjave Yucca plant contains a waxy coating. How is the adaptation helpful?

Answer explanation

It traps moisture inside the plant which reduces water loss.

Various jungle plants have large, broad leaves. How is the adaptation helpful?

Answer explanation

Broad leaves allow the plant to absorb more sunlight while on the jungle floor.