Plant and Animal Adaptations Part 2

A behavioral adaptation of elephants

• have tusks

• hibernate

• migrate

• live in groups

Camels have brown fur to blend in the sand surrounding them, this is called _____.

• camouflage

• hibernate

• migrate

• mimicry

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Birds change their actions to survive in a particular environment, this action is called _______ adaptation.

• behavioral

• structural

Penguins stay together in groups to stay warm, this action is called _______ adaptation.

• behavioral

• structural

Cacti reduce their leaves to spines to minimize water loss, this action is called _______ adaptation.

• behavioral

• structural

Which aquatic adaptation enables an organism to "breathe" under water?

• flippers

• lungs

• gills

• scales

Which body covering would be best to help prevent water loss in animals that live in hot environments?

• feathers

• fur

• shell

• scales

What defense adaptation has the dual purpose of protecting an animal as well as providing shelter for an animal?

• feathers

• fur

• shell

• scales

Which of the following in NOT an adaptation that helps animals cope with the cold and barren conditions of winter?

• feathers

• shedding

• hibernation

• migration

Birds travel long distances in the fall and spring due to seasonal changes. This is called?

• feathers

• shedding

• hibernation

• migration