Adaptations

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 * traits or characteristics that make an animal suited to its environment so that it can survive


 * help an animal to...


 * 1) obtain food
 * 2) be safe
 * 3) build homes
 * 4) withstand harsh weather conditions
 * 5) attract mates






 * 2 types: **


 * 1. Structural / physical **
 * strong claws
 * sharp teeth
 * long curved beaks
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">keen eyesight
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">certain shapes or colours
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">ability to move quickly
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">ability to trap prey


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">2. Behavioural **
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">having a special appearance
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">migrating... moving to a new place to live
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">Hibernating... going into a deep sleep for a long time
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">learning to hunt for food
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">moving in large groups
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 160%; overflow: hidden;">playing dead to trick predators

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