Animal Adaptations in the Intertidal Zone

What are the two main types of animal adaptations?

• Cultural and Social

• Structural and Behavioral

• Environmental and Genetic

• Physical and Emotional

What is a key characteristic of the intertidal zone?

• It is always dry.

• It is unaffected by the sun.

• It is always submerged.

• It changes with the tide.

How do sea stars stay anchored in the intertidal zone?

• By using their fins

• By using suctioning tube feet

• By hiding under rocks

• By swimming away

What adaptation helps snails survive in dry conditions?

• Long legs

• Waterproof shells

• Thick fur

• Sharp claws

How do sea stars respond to strong waves?

• They swim away quickly.

• They hide in safer places.

• They grow larger.

• They change color.

What do bivalves do when the tide is low?

• Move to deeper water

• Open their shells wide

• Change their color

• Close up tightly

What special adaptation does Jonah the sea star have?

• He can change his color.

• He can pump cold water through his body.

• He can grow extra arms.

• He can fly.

How does the crab camouflage itself in the intertidal zone?

• By having a rocky-colored shell

• By changing its shell color

• By hiding under sand

• By swimming away

What is a defensive feature of sea urchins?

• Sharp teeth

• Spines on their body

• Fast swimming

• Loud noises

What adaptation helps sea anemones protect themselves?

• Fast movement

• Stinging cells

• Bright colors

• Thick shells