Survival in the Desert: Adaptations of Plants and Animals

The video explores the harsh conditions of Death Valley, where settlers faced extreme heat and lack of water. Despite these challenges, some plants and animals have adapted to survive and even thrive. The video explains that adaptations are characteristics that help living things survive and reproduce in their environments. In deserts, adaptations generally focus on conserving water and managing heat. The video will further explore how these adaptations function in desert plants.

What challenges did settlers face while traveling through Death Valley in the mid 1800s?

What are some general adaptations that living things possess to survive in desert conditions?

Why is it important for living things in the desert to have adaptations?

How do desert plants conserve water?

What adaptations do living things have to escape the heat in the desert?