Animal Adaptations

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What is an adaptation?

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A special feature that helps animals survive.

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What are sharp claws used for in animals?

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To protect themselves from predators.

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How do webbed feet help animals?

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They can swim faster.

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What do we call animals that predators hunt?

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Prey.

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What is hibernation?

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A period of inactivity that allows animals to store fat and stay out of the winter cold.

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Why do some animals have camouflage?

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To blend in with their surroundings and avoid being seen by predators.

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What is the purpose of a beak in birds?

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To help them eat different types of food.

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How do thick fur coats help animals?

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They keep animals warm in cold environments.

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What is a physical adaptation?

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A change in an animal's body that helps it survive.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A change in the way an animal acts to help it survive.