Vocab Words
All living things have a home where they can access the things they need to survive, including shelter and food. These places are called ______.
Habitats
What is a deer's baby name?
Fawn
When does an elephant tusk stop growing?
never!
What is a keystone species?
Animals that have a critical effect on an ecosystem
This mammal has fingerprints nearly identical to humans.
Koala
An ______ includes all the living creatures in a given area that interact with each other and with their environment.
Ecosystem
Embryo
There is a thick skin area on the back of a cat's neck. What is this part used for?
when a mother wants to transport her kittens
Name three animals that are endangered:
answers may vary: pandas, elephants, eagles, sea turtles, etc.
This mammal's tongue can be 18 inches long, perfect for eating ants
Anteater
We call a living creature an ______.
organism
_______ is the length of time a baby develops within its mother.
Gestation
Pouch!
Name three reasons why animals may be endangered:
Answers may vary: natural disaster, human influence, pollution, environment problems, disease, weather changes, etc.
This mammal is capable of regenerating lost teeth throughout its life.
Shark
What is a carnivore?
animal that eats meat
What is a monkey baby's name?
Infant
What family are bears a part of?
Ursidae
The polar bear lives in the Arctic and is currently endangered. What is causing them to be endangered?
Melting sea ice
This mammal sleeps upside down to stay safe from predators.
Bat
Series of organisms that are related to each other by the food they eat
What is a beaver baby's name?
Kit
What is echolocation?
seeing surroundings by emitting sounds
What is conservation??
The effort to protect animals and prevent the extinction of endangered animals
This mammal can recognize itself in the mirror. Hint: it lives in the ocean.
Dolphin