Migration
What is migration?
Movement of animals from one place to another for better living conditions.
What is hibernation?
A deep sleep that helps animals conserve energy during cold months.
What does it mean when a plant is dormant?
A period when a plant stops growing and conserves energy.
How does cold weather affect bears?
They may hibernate.
What happens to plants in a drought?
They may enter dormancy to conserve water.
Why do birds migrate south in the winter?
To reach warmer areas where food is more plentiful.
Why do some animals hibernate in winter?
To survive the winter when food is scarce and temperatures are low.
What triggers trees to lose leaves and go dormant?
Shorter daylight hours and cooler temperatures
How can extreme heat affect animal behavior?
Animals may seek shade and reduce activity.
How does heavy rain affect animal habitats?
t can lead to flooding, affecting their living conditions.
Give an example of an animal that migrates and why?
Monarch butterflies migrate to warmer climates to avoid cold winters.
How does hibernation help animals?
It conserves their energy when food and resources are low.
Why do some plants go dormant in hot, dry climates?
To avoid water loss and survive until conditions improve.
What animal adaptations respond to temperature changes for survival?
Fur density changes, finding or creating shelters.
How might frequent rains impact plant growth?
Increased growth due to ample water supply, but risk of root rot.
What impact does migration have on animal populations?
It can increase survival by moving to better habitats.
Besides bears, name another animal that hibernates.
Bats, ground squirrels, and some frogs.
Can dormancy affect a plant’s flowering time?
Yes, it may delay or advance flowering depending on the species.
What are some behavioral changes animals exhibit due to heat?
Less hunting or foraging, more nocturnal activity.
What effects does a long period without rain have on rivers?
Rivers may dry up, affecting water availability for animals.
How does climate change impact animal migration patterns?
Altered timings and routes due to changing temperatures and food availability.
What are some physiological changes in hibernating animals?
Lower heart rate, reduced metabolism, decreased body temperature.
What long-term adaptations have plants developed to handle dormancy?
Some have evolved to bloom quickly once favorable conditions return.
How does temperature influence the reproductive behavior of animals?
It can accelerate or delay breeding cycles.
How does extreme precipitation affect soil and plant stability?
Soil erosion, landslides, and loss of plant life due to heavy washing.