Animal Adaptations

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What does it mean to CAMOUFLAGE?

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When an animal is able to change colors to survive in an environment.

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What is HIBERNATION?

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When an animal hides in the cold winter and sleeps until the spring.

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What is the major difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?

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Vertebrates have a backbone but invertebrates do not.

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What does adaptation mean?

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It's what helps a living thing grow and survive.

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Why do animals use camouflage?

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To stay safe.

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What is an example of an animal that uses camouflage?

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A chameleon changes its color to blend in with its surroundings.

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What is the purpose of hibernation?

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To conserve energy and survive during cold months when food is scarce.

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Can all animals hibernate?

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No, not all animals hibernate; only some species do.

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What is a vertebrate?

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An animal that has a backbone.

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What is an invertebrate?

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An animal that does not have a backbone.