SC.5.L.17.1 Flashcards
Compare and contrast adaptations displayed by animals and plants that enable them to survive in different environments such as life cycles variations, animal behaviors, and physical characteristics. (12 cards)
An ______ is a trait that helps a plant or animal survive in its environment.
adaptation
Camouflage is an adaptation that helps animals ______.
blend into their surroundings
A cactus has thick skin and stores water to survive in the ______.
desert
Birds fly south in the winter in a behavior called ______.
migration
Some animals sleep through the winter in a state called ______.
hibernation
Plants in the rainforest often have large ______ to collect sunlight.
leaves
A polar bear’s thick fur is a ______ adaptation for cold climates.
physical
Some desert animals are active only at night to avoid the ______.
heat
Seeds that stick to animal fur are adapted for ______.
seed dispersal
A chameleon changing color is an example of a(n) ______ adaptation.
behavioral or physical
Different environments require different ______ for survival.
adaptations
Animals and plants both have adaptations that help them find ______.
food, water, shelter, or mates
