Animal Adaptations

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a body feature that helps an animal survive in its environment, like thick fur for warmth.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a way an animal acts to survive, like squirrels gathering food for winter.

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What is hibernation?

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Hibernation is when animals go into a deep sleep to conserve energy during cold months.

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What is learned behavior?

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Learned behavior is when animals learn how to do things by watching others, like a cub learning to hunt.

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What is mimicry?

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Mimicry is when one animal looks like another to avoid being eaten.

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What is migration?

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Migration is when animals move from one place to another to find food or a better climate.

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What is dormancy?

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Dormancy is a period when an animal's activity slows down, often in response to environmental changes.

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What is an example of a physical adaptation in birds?

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Different beak shapes that help birds eat specific types of food.

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What is an example of a behavioral adaptation in animals?

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A bird building a nest to protect its eggs.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is when an animal's color or pattern helps it blend in with its surroundings.