Species In Lectures Flashcards
1
Q
What do Didinium Nasutum do
A
Uses specialized structures (toxicysys) to attach to prey and paralyze it, then ingests its prey through a cytosome (cell mouth)
2
Q
Why are they called the Amazon Molly?
A
All individuals are female
3
Q
What are camels dehydration defences?
A
- Fur insulates body against extreme heats and cold
- They can regulate their body temp
- Can drink >200 pints in 10 mins
(Lethal intake for most animals) - Can withstand 40% loss in mass
(15% is lethal for many)
4
Q
Camels:
Environmental adaptations
A
- Fat(food supply)
- Pads for hot sand and spread toes for optimal traction
- Thick split lips to eat thorny plants