Desert Animals

What adaptation helps camels walk easily on shifting desert sands?

• Short, wide hooves

• Long legs and padded feet

• Webbed feet

• Sticky pads on their feet

What unique characteristic do scorpions possess that helps them hunt and defend themselves?

• Powerful venomous bite

• Ability to change color

• Pincers to grab prey and a stinger at the end of their tail

• Excellent camouflage

How do rattlesnakes detect warm-blooded prey in the dark?

• Exceptional night vision

• Heat-sensing pits on their faces

• Vibrations in the ground

• A strong sense of smell

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How do kangaroo rats conserve water in the desert?

• They drink large amounts of water when available.

• They have specialized kidneys that produce concentrated urine.

• They absorb water through their skin.

• They only eat water-rich plants.