Hibernate and Migration

What is Hibernation?

• Hibernation is a state of inactivity in animals.

• Hibernation is a form of communication among animals.
• Hibernation is a process of rapid movement in animals.
• Hibernation is a type of migration in animals.

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What is migration?

• Migration is the process of plants moving from one location to another
• Migration is the act of changing one's mind about a decision
• Migration is the term used for the movement of celestial bodies in space
• Migration is the movement of people from one place to another with the intention of settling temporarily or permanently in the new location.

True or false

All animals hibernate

• True
• False

During a school trip to the zoo, Izzy asked the zookeeper, "Why do animals hibernate?"

• Animals hibernate to conserve energy and survive during food shortages and harsh weather.

• Animals hibernate to increase their body size.

• Animals hibernate to migrate to warmer climates.

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Why do animals migrate?

• To increase their size and strength
• To avoid predators year-round
• To find new habitats for shelter
• Animals migrate to find food, breed, and escape harsh weather.

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Mia and Jaxon are studying animal behavior. They want to know: What animals migrate?

• Reptiles and amphibians

• Insects and arachnids

• Birds, mammals, and fish migrate.

• Domestic pets like cats and dogs

Karly and Victoria are studying animal behavior for their biology class. They are curious to know, what animals hibernate?

• Bears, ground squirrels, bats, frogs, turtles.

• Eagles

• Dolphins

• Lions

All animals must migrate

True or false

• False
• True

The temperature is getting lower. A groundhog slows down his breathing and heart beat to save energy during the winter.

• Hibernation

• Migration

Why do birds like geese migrate during certain times of the year? (Check all that apply)

• Climate or weather changes

• Food Supply

• Mating

• Mother said so

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