adaptation Flashcards
the structure or behavior that helps an animal survive in its surroundings
adaptation
the movement of animals from one location to another to improve their chances of survival
migration
a behavioral adaptation in which animals are active during night hours
nocturnal
an adaptation in which an animal copies or imitates another animal
mimicry
a behavioral adaptation in which animals go into a deep sleep in a remote place
hibernation
an adaptation that helps an animal blend in with its surroundings
camouflage
something an organism does to help it survive in its surroundings,such as hiding under a rock or swimming in schools
behavioral adaptation
a characteristic or modification in an animals body that helps it survive in its habitat
physical adaptation