Adaptations in Animals and Plants

The video discusses various adaptations in animals and plants that help them survive in their environments. The garanuk, an African antelope, uses its flexible hip joints and bendy tongue to feed on high branches. Polar bears have adaptations like hollow fur and small ears to survive in the Arctic. Plants, such as the Venus flytrap, have adaptations to obtain nutrients from insects. These adaptations are crucial for survival in specific habitats.

What type of plant does the Garanuk feed on?

• Baobab

• Acacia

• Cactus

• Mango

How does the Garanuk reach the higher branches of the Acacia plant?

• By jumping

• By using its horns

• By climbing

• By standing upright on its back legs

Which feature of the Garanuk helps it to nibble tiny leaves between thorny branches?

• Its strong jaws

• Its long neck

• Its bendy tongue

• Its sharp teeth

What are adaptations?

• Features that help organisms migrate

• Features that help organisms find mates

• Features that make organisms look attractive

• Features that help organisms survive

What is one adaptation of polar bears that helps them stay warm?

• Short legs

• Large ears

• Webbed feet

• Thick coat of fur made up of hollow hairs

How do the small ears of polar bears help them?

• By improving their hearing

• By keeping water out and preventing eardrum freezing

• By helping them swim faster

• By making them look cute

What adaptation helps the Venus flytrap survive in nutrient-poor soils?

• Its deep roots

• Its large leaves

• Its ability to catch and digest insects

• Its tall stem

Why does the Venus flytrap need to catch insects?

• To store water

• To protect itself

• To get extra nutrients

• To attract pollinators