Traits & Structures
What is it called when animals blend into their surroundings?
Camouflage
Name one reason pond ducks can’t survive in the Arctic.
Hint: Not shelter or water...
Not enough food
Where are the youngest rock layers found?
At the top
Why do mockingbirds sing and dance?
To impress female birds
What happens when black carp eat all the snails?
Less snails
What keeps a seal warm in cold water?
Blubber
Why do animals need thick fur in the Arctic?
To stay warm
What does a fossil of a tropical plant in the Arctic tell us?
It used to be warm in the Arctic
What is migration?
Animals move to new places for better survival conditions
How does building a road hurt animals?
Destroys the homes of animals
What kind of fur helps polar bears sneak up on prey?
White fur
Is the Arctic sunny all year long?
No, very little sunlight
What kind of environment is shown by coral fossils?
Ocean
Why do geese fly south in the fall?
There is more food in warmer places.
What happens to animals with helpful traits over time?
They become adaptive traits
How do hooves help musk oxen survive?
Walking easily on snow
What are two environmental features of the Arctic? Hint: Not Snow
Sand dunes in fossils show what environment?
Desert
What is one behavior animals use to survive besides migration?
Hiding
Why did dark-colored moths become more common after trees darkened?
More camouflauge
Name one unhelpful trait an animal might have in the Arctic.
Hint: Think of fur!!!
Thin fur
Besides fur, what helps animals survive cold water?
Hint: Think of seals!!
Blubber
How can fossils help scientists learn about animals from long ago?
Show their structures and environment
Give an example of a behavior that helps an animal survive winter.
Migration or hibernation
How can humans protect animals while building new places?
Don't build near forests