Locomotion Flashcards
1
Q
What are the adaptations for hopping and leaping?
A
- Strong muscles
- Elastic tendons
- Long and powerful rear limbs
2
Q
What is an example of an hopping and leaping animal?
A
- Kangaroos
3
Q
What are the adaptations of an climbing animal?
A
- Long limbs
- Opposable hands and feet
- Prehensile tail
- Keratinised nails and claws
4
Q
What is an example of an climbing animal?
A
- Monkey
- Apes
5
Q
What are the adaptations of an swimming animal?
A
- Caudal vertebrae
- Fins
6
Q
What are examples of swimming animals?
A
- Dolphins
7
Q
What are the adaptations of powered flight animals?
A
- Long bones
- Lightweight bones with honey comb structure
