6 Animals That Thrive Upside-Down

6 Animals That Thrive Upside-Down

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explores various animals and ecosystems that thrive upside down, highlighting their unique adaptations and evolutionary advantages. It covers the 3-toed sloth's energy-efficient lifestyle, the Cassiopeia jellyfish's symbiotic relationship with algae, the nuthatch bird's foraging techniques, the physics behind horseshoe crabs' swimming, and the hunting strategies of orb-weaving spiders. Additionally, it discusses a newly discovered upside down ecosystem beneath the Antarctic ice, offering insights into how life adapts to different environments.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do horseshoe crabs utilize their body shape to navigate their environment?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What adaptations do orb weaver spiders have for hunting while upside down?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is unique about the upside down ecosystem discovered beneath the Antarctic ice sheet?

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