predator-prey Flashcards
definition of predator
animals that hunt other animals for food
definition of prey
an animal that is hunted by predators
definition of competition
the struggle between 2 organisms for the resources within an environment
name at least 2 features of predator and what its for
-binocular vision-to see straight ahead/eyes in front of head
-sharp teeth-for biting/tearing NOT CHEWING
-venom-to inject prey with it
-sharp claws-to effectively catch,grip and tear apart prey
-camouflage-to sneak up on prey
name at least 2 features of prey and what its for
-monocular vision-wider vision and to see predators sneaking up
-camouflage-to hide from predators
-ability to run fast-to run from predators
name at least 2 things animals compete for
-water
-food
-territory
-mates
-some for leader
name at least 2 things plants compete for
-water
-sunlight
-space
-carbon dioxide
-nutrients
-pollinators
-mineral salts