Animals with Winter Coats!

What are some ways animals deal with cold winter weather?

• They migrate to warmer places.

• They hibernate and sleep through winter.

• They grow special fur or feathers.

• All of the above.

How does an Arctic Fox's fur help it survive in winter?

• It becomes thin and dark to absorb sunlight.

• It grows thicker and white to keep warm and blend in with snow.

• It changes to bright colors to scare away predators.

• It falls off completely so the fox can run faster.

Why do Arctic Hares groom their fur?

• To make their fur shiny for attracting friends.

• To make their fur darker for camouflage.

• To keep their fur clean and warm.

• To help them shed their fur faster.

What are two ways a Ptarmigan stays safe and warm in winter?

• They fly south and eat berries.

• They change their feather color to white and burrow in the snow.

• They build nests in trees and eat insects.

• They grow long claws and hunt for food.