Traits and Environment

down

spread out

large leaves (to help catch sunlight)

thick and waxy stems and spines (cactus)

long roots (lotus flower)

survive

adapt

traits

tail

paws

fur

ears

to keep cool

to blend in with the environment

to scare away predators

to keep warm

to keep cool

to blend in with the environment

to scare away predators

to keep warm

temperature

exposure to sunlight

eye color

nutrition

Their fur may change color or thickness due to a change in temperature.

They may experience stunted growth due to a lack of nutrients.

Skin color may change due to exposure to sunlight.

Eye color may change due to injuries.

environment

behavior

instinct

organism

A dog comes running when it hears a food bowl rattle.

A litter of kittens are all different colors.

A plant has holes in its leaves from insect bites.

A radish plant has leaves shaped like hearts.

An ivy plant in sun grows taller than one in the shade.