Habitats: Understanding Where Living Things Thrive

What is a habitat?

• A type of animal

• A place where living things naturally live and grow

• A food that animals eat

• A tool used by scientists

Which of the following is NOT a basic need provided by a habitat?

• Food

• Water

• Shelter

• Television

Why do animals have adaptations?

• To make them look more attractive

• To help them survive in their specific habitats

• To allow them to live in any habitat

• To help them become predators

What might happen if an animal's habitat no longer meets its needs?

• The animal will thrive

• The animal may move to a new habitat or not survive

• The animal will change its needs

• The animal will stop eating

Which of the following is an example of an animal adaptation?

• A bird building a nest

• A fish having gills to breathe underwater

• A dog barking

• A cat sleeping during the day