Saltwater and Freshwater Habitats

How might this heron’s long neck help it live in its habitat?

• It helps the heron blend in with its environment.

• It helps the heron lay eggs high in the trees.

• It helps the heron catch animals in the water.

• It helps the heron stay warm in the winter.

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What kind of habitat does the picture show?

• pond

• river

• ocean

• lake

Which animal might live in a pond?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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Which habitat has fish, turtles, ducks, and beavers?

• Rainforest

• Savanna

• Desert

• Freshwater

Which habitat includes the sea, starfish, crabs, lobsters, and sharks?

• Rainforest

• Saltwater

• Freshwater

• Savanna

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Which habitat is shown in this picture?

• Savanna

• Rainforest

• Saltwater

• Desert

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Which habitat is shown in this picture?

• Saltwater

• Forest

• Savanna

• Freshwater

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Which habitat do these animals live in?

• Desert

• Forest

• Savanna

• Saltwater

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Which of the following is a characteristic of saltwater habitats?

• High salinity levels

• Low salinity levels

• Presence of freshwater fish

• Absence of marine life

What is the primary difference between saltwater and freshwater habitats?

• Temperature

• Salinity

• pH level

• Oxygen content