Animal Adaptations for Winter Survival

How do some animals stay warm in winter?

• They have special ways to stay warm.

• They go to heated houses.

What do some animals do when it gets cold and they move to a warmer place?

• Hibernate

• Migrate

What do some animals do when it gets cold and they sleep in their cozy dens?

• Hibernate

• Play

What helps some animals stay warm in winter instead of a jacket?

• Blankets

• Fur and feathers

Where does the Arctic Fox live?

• In the desert

• In the Arctic

What color is an Arctic Fox's fur in winter?

• White

• Black

How does the Arctic Fox's white fur help it in winter?

• It helps them blend in with the snow.

• It makes them invisible.

What helps Arctic Hares stay warm and walk on snow?

• Thick white fur and hair on their feet

• Big eyes

What color are a Ptarmigan's feathers in winter?

• White

• Blue

How do Ptarmigans sometimes stay warm in the snow?

• They make a burrow in the snow.

• They wear tiny hats.