Vocabulary
prey
when an animal goes into a deep sleep during the winter months
hibernation
this is a word for the worm-like childhood stage of a butterfly
larva
squirrel, groundhog
Name one physical thing that happens to an animal's body when they hibernate?
body temperature drops, heart rate drops, breathing slows down
a skill that helps an animal to survive
adaptation
this is when an animal can blend in with its environment to avoid predators
camouflage
This is a word for the butterfly when it is in its cocoon
Give an example of an animal that migrates
penguin, caribou
Which animal that we have studied migrates the longest distance?
blue whale
this is animal that hunts another animal for food
predator
this is when an animal changes locations to escape the harsh weather
migration
What body part does a butterfly grow when it is in its cocoon?
wings
Give an example of an animal that practices estivation
frog, fish
Name an example of a predator and what its prey would be?
answers will vary- Teacher's discretion
this is a type of camouflage where animals make their body look like something else
mimicry
True or false: A bear doesn't fully hibernate. It slows down and rests
True
What is the word meaning the life cycle of a butterfly?
metamorphosis
Give an example of an animal that practices color camouflage
chameleon or octopus
What is a reason an animal would migrate besides temperature?
for food
the changes in an animal or insect's life. It continues like a circle
life cycle
this is when an animal sleeps through the summer to escape the heat
estivation
Name the four stages of the life cycle of a butterfly
Give an example of an animal who uses mimicry
stick bug
What five things are needed for animals to survive?
1. food
2. water
3. oxygen\
4. shelter
5. temperature