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Adaptation, traits passed on from generation to generation. The way an animal looks and acts can help
it survive. Some animals protect themselves by
looking dangerous. Other animals blend into
the area around them.
Many animals climb, run, hop, jump, fly, or
swim away from danger.
Some animals use poison to protect
themselves. Special body parts like
shells, teeth, claws, hooves, beaks, or pointed
body parts can protect animals from danger.
The porcupine is covered in quills.
What are ways animals use to protect themselves from their predators?