Adaptations and the Environment

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a special feature or behavior that helps an animal survive in its environment.

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Why do animals have adaptations?

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Animals have adaptations to help them find food, protect themselves, and survive in their habitats.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a way an animal blends in with its environment to avoid being seen by predators.

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How does the black tip of a giraffe's tongue help it survive?

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It prevents sunburn.

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Which animals have adaptations?

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All animals have adaptations that help them survive.

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What happens when the environment changes?

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Some animals die, some move, and others develop adaptations.

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What is an example of an animal that uses camouflage?

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A sloth uses camouflage to protect itself from predators.

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What is the purpose of a pelican's beak?

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A pelican's beak is adapted to scoop up fish.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

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What is a predator?

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A predator is an animal that hunts and eats other animals.