Competition and Adaptation in the Natural World

The video explores how living organisms in different environments, such as coral reefs and forests, compete for resources like food, space, and mates. It highlights the adaptations that help them survive, including plant adaptations for sunlight and animal behavioral adaptations for mating. Examples include frigate birds in the Galapagos and elk battling for mates, illustrating the diverse strategies used in nature.

What is the primary reason living things in a coral reef compete with each other?

• To migrate to new areas

• To access shared resources

• To find shelter

• To establish dominance

How do some plants in the Eastern deciduous forest gain an advantage in capturing sunlight?

• By growing leaves early in the spring

• By spreading their seeds widely

• By developing thicker leaves

• By growing taller than other plants

What is a behavioral adaptation?

• A genetic mutation

• A behavior that helps an organism survive

• A physical change in an organism

• A change in the environment

How do male frigate birds in the Galapagos Islands attract a mate?

• By building nests

• By displaying colorful feathers

• By offering food to females

• By puffing out chest tissue and making calls

What is the purpose of bird songs as a behavioral adaptation?

• To signal the presence of predators

• To mimic other animals

• To attract a mate or ward off competitors

• To communicate with humans