Animal Homes
What kind of animal might live in a burrow underground?
A rabbit of fox
What helps a chameleon blend into its surroundings?
camouflage
What do we call animals that eat only plants?
Herbivores
What do cactus spines help protect them from?
Animals that want to eat them
What large tree grows in Redwood National Park?
Coast Redwood
What is the name of a safe place birds build to lay eggs?
a nest
Why do deer have strong legs?
To run away from predators
What is the main source of energy in a food chain?
the sun
How do redwood trees get sunlight when they grow so tall?
Their height helps them reach the sun above other trees
What big-eared animal is commonly found in Yosemite?
Why do beavers build dams and lodges?
To create still water for safety and a home
How do porcupines protect themselves?
with sharp quills
What do we call animals that eat other animals?
carnivores
What do wide, flat leaves help plants do?
catch more sunlight
What reptile slithers through the Everglades?
Alligator
What do we call the place where an animal finds food, water, and shelter?
a habitat
What’s the word for when animals move to warmer places in the winter?
migration
In a food chain, what comes after a plant and before a predator?
a herbivore
Why do some trees lose their leaves in fall?
To save water and energy during cold weather
What bird of prey might you see in Washita Refuge?
Bald Eagle
How does a hollow log help an animal survive?
It gives shelter and protection from predators
What is hibernation, and why do some animals do it?
A long sleep during winter to save energy when food is scarce
What do we call the animal at the top of the food chain with no natural predators?
apex predator
How do mangrove trees survive in salty water?
They have special roots and filters to handle salt
What slimy creature is famous in the redwood forest and helps break down plants?
Banana slug