Inherited Traits vs Learned Behaviors

What are inherited traits?

• Skills learned from experience

• Traits passed from parent to offspring

• Abilities gained from training

• Knowledge obtained from observation

How do animals get learned behaviors?

• Through genetic inheritance

• By observing and experiencing

• Through the shape of their body

• From the color of their fur

How are learned behaviors different from inherited traits?

• Inherited traits can be taught

• Learned behaviors are passed from parent to offspring

• Inherited traits are gained over time

• Learned behaviors result from experience and observation

What did the squirrel learn to do for food?

• Wait under the bird feeder for dropped seeds

• Dig holes

• Climb trees faster

• Fly

Which of the following is an inherited trait in plants?

• Dropping leaves in autumn

• Growing towards water

• Color and shape of flowers

• Learning to lean towards the sun