Ch:4 L:4 .What are adaptations?

some fish have swim…...... that help them float

................. is behavior that helps some animals survive in low temperature.

An .............. is a physical feature or behavior that helps an organism survive in its environment

An .......... is everything that surrounds a living thing.

A giraffe has a long neck in order to better reach leaves

• Adaptation for getting food

• Adaptation for protection

Which feature of a plant helps it grow without being eaten by large animals?

• sharp thorns

• small seeds

Porcupine has sharp quills. Why would a porcupine need this adaptation?

• to protect itself

• to keep warm

• to run fast

Animals that hibernate in the winter

• avoid harsh sun

• conserve energy when food is difficult to find

• build strong muscles during hibernation.

The polar bear's white fur allows it to hide in the cold arctic. This adaptation is called ........

• Camouflage

• Color matching