Arctic Wildlife Adaptations and Characteristics

The video explores the Arctic tundra and Arctic Ocean, highlighting the harsh conditions and unique adaptations of plants and animals. It covers the tundra's lack of trees, strong winds, and frozen ground, as well as the flora and fauna that survive there, such as muskoxen, wolverines, caribou, and Arctic foxes. The Arctic Ocean is home to walruses, seals, and polar bears, all adapted to the cold with blubber and specialized behaviors. The video concludes by emphasizing the resilience of life in these extreme habitats.

What is a key characteristic of the Arctic tundra that affects plant growth?

• Strong winds

• High temperatures

• Rich soil

• Abundant sunlight

Which animal is known for its long, shaggy coat that helps it stay warm in the Arctic tundra?

• Polar bear

• Arctic fox

• Seal

• Muskox

How do caribou adapt to different terrains in the Arctic tundra?

• By growing thicker fur

• By changing their fur color

• By altering their hooves

• By migrating to warmer areas

What adaptation helps the Arctic fox blend into its surroundings during winter?

• Growing antlers

• Developing larger paws

• Storing blubber

• Changing fur color to white

What is the primary reason walruses can survive in the icy waters of the Arctic Ocean?

• Their ability to hold their breath for long periods

• Their fast swimming speed

• Their thick layer of blubber

• Their sharp tusks

How do seals primarily move through the water?

• Using their tails

• Using their flippers

• Using their tusks

• Using their legs

What is a notable feature of polar bears that helps them survive in the Arctic?

• Their two layers of fur and blubber

• Their small size

• Their ability to fly

• Their long hibernation periods

Where are polar bear cubs born?

• On sea ice

• In the ocean

• On land

• In trees

How long do polar bear cubs stay with their mothers?

• Three months

• Six months

• One year

• Two years

What is the main message about life in the Arctic habitats?

• Despite the cold, the Arctic is full of life

• Only plants can survive in the Arctic

• Life is impossible in the Arctic

• The Arctic is only home to polar bears