How Animals Stay Safe

How do turtles protect themselves?

• Turtles protect themselves by retracting into their shells and using camouflage.

• Turtles emit a loud noise to scare away attackers.

• Turtles use their speed to outrun threats.

• Turtles fly to escape predators.

What do porcupines use to defend themselves?

• Thick fur

• Sharp teeth

• Sharp quills

• Long claws

How do chameleons hide from enemies?

• Chameleons run away quickly from predators.

• Chameleons hide from enemies by changing their skin color to blend in with their surroundings.

• Chameleons hide in burrows underground.

• Chameleons use loud noises to scare off enemies.

What do skunks do when they feel threatened?

• Skunks spray a foul-smelling liquid.

• Skunks make loud noises to scare off predators.

• Skunks run away quickly.

• Skunks hide in burrows when threatened.

How do some fish avoid being eaten?

• Fish use bright colors to attract predators.

• Fish avoid being eaten through camouflage, spines or toxins, speed, agility, and schooling.

• Fish hide in rocks to sleep during the day.

• Fish swim in circles to confuse their enemies.

What is a common way birds protect their nests?

• Using camouflage to hide eggs.

• Aggressive behavior towards predators.

• Building nests in trees only.

• Migrating to safer locations.

How do armadillos shield themselves?

• By curling into a ball and using their hard shell.

• By using camouflage to blend into their surroundings.

• By running away quickly when threatened.

• By digging underground to hide from predators.

What do bees do to protect their hive?

• Bees collect nectar for food

• Bees pollinate flowers for reproduction

• Bees build larger hives for storage

• Bees use stinging, forming barriers, and releasing alarm pheromones.

How do snakes defend themselves?

• Hiding in burrows

• Flying away

• Swimming in water

• Camouflage, hissing, biting, and releasing foul-smelling substances.

What is the purpose of a lion's roar?

• To attract prey and hunt more effectively.

• To warn other animals of danger.

• To signal mating readiness to females.

• To establish territory and communicate with other lions.