WILDCAT WARM-UP 8/21

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a change in the way an animal acts to help it survive in its environment. For example, birds flying South in the winter.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A physical adaptation is a change in an animal's body structure that helps it survive. For example, a lion's pointed teeth help it tear meat.

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Give an example of a physical adaptation in monkeys.

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A monkey has a long tail that helps it swing from branch to branch.

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What is the main difference between physical and behavioral adaptations?

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Physical adaptations are body structures that help an animal survive, while behavioral adaptations are actions or behaviors that help an animal survive.

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Why do owls hunt at night?

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Owls are mostly nocturnal, meaning they are active at night, which is a behavioral adaptation that helps them hunt for food.

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What is an example of a behavioral adaptation in animals?

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Migration, such as birds flying South for the winter, is an example of a behavioral adaptation.

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How do physical adaptations help animals?

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Physical adaptations help animals survive by providing them with features that enhance their ability to find food, escape predators, or thrive in their environment.

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What type of adaptation is a camel's hump?

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A camel's hump is a physical adaptation that stores fat, allowing the camel to survive in harsh desert conditions.

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What is the purpose of a lion's sharp teeth?

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A lion's sharp teeth are a physical adaptation that helps it tear meat from its prey.

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How does a bird's beak shape relate to its diet?

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A bird's beak shape is a physical adaptation that is suited to its diet, such as a long, thin beak for probing flowers for nectar.