Exploring Animal Diversity

What type of habitat do polar bears live in?

• Tropical rainforest

• Savanna

• Desert

• Polar bears live in the Arctic habitat, primarily on sea ice.

Classify the following animal: Dolphin. Is it a mammal, reptile, or bird?

• mammal

• fish

• amphibian

• insect

How do camels adapt to survive in the desert?

• Camels hibernate during the hottest months.

• Camels drink large amounts of water daily.

• Camels have wings to fly over the desert.

• Camels adapt to survive in the desert by storing fat in their humps, minimizing water loss, insulating against heat, tolerating high body temperatures, and protecting their eyes from sand.

Identify the habitat where you would find a coral reef.

• Arctic tundra

• Desert sand dunes

• Tropical and subtropical ocean waters

• Freshwater lakes

Classify the following animal: Eagle. Is it a mammal, reptile, or bird?

• bird

• amphibian

• mammal

• reptile

What adaptation helps frogs live both in water and on land?

• Strong legs for jumping

• Webbed feet for swimming

• Colorful skin for camouflage

• Moist skin for gas exchange.

In which habitat would you find a tiger?

• Forests and grasslands

• Deserts and tundras

• Mountains and cliffs

• Urban areas and cities

Classify the following animal: Goldfish. Is it a mammal, reptile, or fish?

• amphibian

• fish

• reptile

• mammal

What adaptation allows penguins to swim efficiently?

• Brightly colored feathers and large beaks.

• Heavy bodies and short wings.

• Webbed feet and long tails.

• Streamlined bodies and strong flippers.

Identify the habitat where you would find a cactus.

• Savanna

• Tundra

• Rainforest

• Desert