Adaptations

A scientist sees a bird while walking outside. She notices the bird has a sharp beak. What can the scientist infer about this bird?

• The bird is a male bird

• The bird travels long distances

• The bird preys on animals for its food

• The bird is very pretty

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What is NOT a physical adaptation?

• A turtle having a hard thick shell.

• Herons having long legs to wade in the water.

• A bird having a sharp beak to help them catch their prey.

• Baby Cheetahs learning to hunt from their mom.

What can you infer about animals whose fur turns white during the winter?

• They prey on animals who can’t see the color white

• They are hunted by predators who can’t see the color

  white

• They live in environments that are very snowy during

  the winter

• d. They live in environments with lots of white trees

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A physical adaptation is the way an animal's body looks and works.

• True

• False

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What adaptation helps this frog survive in its environment?

• Camouflage with the leaves

• Sharp teeth

• Being a producer

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A cactus can live in the desert because of this adaptation

• has wide flat leaves to catch water

• has shallow roots

• thick, waxy leaves help it store water

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How do the fins help this animal survive?

• Helps it swim

• Helps it blend in

• Helps it save water

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Which adaptation does a rabbit need to survive?

• Strong legs for running from predators.

• Sharp teeth for hunting prey.

• Being able to hibernate.

• Being able to migrate.

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This animal is using

• hibernation

• camouflage

• mimicry

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A body part or behavior that helps an organism meet its needs in its environment. Developed over many generations in response to the environment.

• Instinct

• Adaptation

• Camouflage

• Variation

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