Traits and the Environment (3-LS3-2)

Where can an animal get its traits from?

Think about the Edpuzzle we did and what causes some Himalayan rabbits to have black patches. Based on that information can some traits be affected by the environment?

Why do you think there are so many female baby turtles?

What caused the nests to have either mainly boys or girls?

What factor affected the gender of the nests?

• The type of animal

• The location of the nests

• The time of day

• The temperature

Using this information, what must be true about this new beach?

Can some traits be affected by the environment? State your claim and provide evidence from today's video and the previous Edpuzzle about the Himalayan rabbits.