Desert Adaptations and Survival Strategies

The video explores how animals and plants adapt to the harsh conditions of desert habitats. It discusses the scarcity of water, extreme temperatures, and how various species like the kangaroo rat, camel, and cactus have evolved to survive. Animals have developed ways to conserve water and tolerate heat, while plants have adapted to store water and reduce loss. The video concludes with a summary of these adaptations.

What is a key challenge for survival in desert habitats?

• Dense vegetation

• Abundant water supply

• Mild temperatures

• Scarcity of water

How do kangaroo rats obtain the water they need?

• Through the moisture in seeds

• By drinking from streams

• By licking dew

• From rainwater

What adaptation helps camels survive without water for long periods?

• Storing water in their humps

• Thick fur to retain moisture

• Sweating profusely

• Storing fat in their humps

Which animal is known for living in underground burrows to escape the heat?

• Camel

• Kangaroo rat

• Fennec fox

• Desert tortoise

What is the function of the fennec fox's large ears?

• To hear predators

• To dissipate heat

• To attract mates

• To store water

What is a common adaptation among desert animals to handle extreme temperatures?

• Thick fur

• Migrating to cooler areas

• Living in water

• Burrowing underground

How do cactus plants minimize water loss?

• By having large leaves

• By growing near water sources

• By having shallow roots

• By turning leaves into spines

Where does photosynthesis occur in a cactus?

• In its flowers

• In its roots

• In its green stem

• In its spines

What characteristic of desert plant roots helps them survive?

• They are above ground

• They are very deep

• They are spread out widely

• They are very thick

Which desert is known as the hottest in the world?

• Kalahari Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Mojave Desert