Cactus Facts
What is the main habitat of the yellow prickly pear cactus?
The desert habitat.
What do bees collect from flowers?
Pollen and nectar.
What helps the cactus keep water from evaporating?
Waxy skin.
How does the cactus store water?
It has thick stems and waxy skin.
How do bees protect themselves?
hey use their stinger.
What is the purpose of a bee's stinger?
It protects the bee against predators.
Name one way bees help the cactus.
They help with pollination.
Name one body part of a bee that helps it collect food.
Hairy legs or short tongue.
Explain how talons help hawks survive.
They are used to catch and hold prey.
What happens if a rose plant does not have thorns?
The rose plant could be eaten easily.
Why do bees need to visit many flowers?
To collect enough food for the young bees at the nest.
Name three ways bees help plants.
They pollinate flowers, spread pollen, and help plants reproduce.
Why is the cactus important to its habitat?
It provides food and shelter for various animals.
How do a bee's eyes help it survive?
They help it find food sources from far away.
Why is pollination important?
It allows plants to reproduce and produce seeds.