Animals Flashcards
What are the main body parts of most animals?
Head, body, and tail
Think of a dog: head for thinking, body for running, tail for wagging.
What is the primary function of the head in animals?
Senses, eating, and protecting itself
Imagine a lion using its head to hunt and defend itself.
What functions does the body of an animal perform?
It houses vital organs and connects the head, limbs, and tail
Picture a turtle with its vital organs safely housed in its shell.
List two functions of the tail in animals.
Helps in movement, communication, staying warm, and defending themselves
Think of a cat using its tail for balance and warmth.
What are limbs used for in animals?
Movement and catching prey
Visualize a bird using its wings to fly or a cheetah using legs to run.
How do heads differ among animal species?
Shape (e.g., pointy for snakes, round for lions) and features like gills, mouths, or beaks
Picture a snake’s pointy face versus a lion’s round face.
Describe two ways body coverings differ in animals.
Birds have feathers, fish have scales, and mammals have hair or spikes
Imagine the texture of feathers, scales, and spikes.
Give an example of how sense organs differ between animals.
Eagles have excellent eyesight, owls have exceptional hearing, and spiders have advanced touch senses
Think of an eagle’s sharp eyes and a spider’s sensitive legs.
What is a habitat, and why is it important?
A habitat is where a plant or animal lives, providing food, shelter, and safety
Imagine a home providing all needs: food, shelter, safety, and air.
Why should habitats be protected?
To prevent extinction and maintain the food chain
Picture a broken house leading to chaos, like a broken food chain.
What are the main features of the grassland habitat?
Lots of grass, few trees, hot summers, cold winters, and animals like antelope and lions
Visualize grass swaying in the wind with grazing zebras and lions hunting.
How do sea habitats differ from river habitats?
Sea habitats have saltwater and marine plants, while river habitats have freshwater and water plants like reeds
Think of a saltwater beach versus a calm freshwater river.
How does an impala’s camouflage help it survive?
Its light yellow-brown color blends with grasslands to avoid predators
Picture an impala blending into the golden grass to hide from lions.
What is the shelter strategy of the African wild dog?
Dens below ground or in thick bushes to protect pups
Visualize wild dogs huddled in a den below ground to protect their pups.
How does the Knysna Turaco’s green color help it survive?
Blends with trees and plants, protecting it from predators
Imagine a green bird blending perfectly with the dense forest leaves.
