Aquatic Animal Adaptations

What is an Adaptation? It is the adjustment of organisms to their habitat to help improve their chances of survival. Adaptations help an organism find food and water, protect itself, and manage in extreme conditions. They can be physical or behavioral adaptations....

Animal Behavior: Migration & Hibernation

What is Migration? Migration is the seasonal movement of animals, birds, and insects in search of food, better living conditions, and to reproduce.  They typically migrate over long distances in large groups. Migration always involves a return journey to their...

Animals’ Defense Mechanisms

What is a Defense Mechanism? Animals live in harsh conditions and are in constant danger of being preyed upon. A defense mechanism is some type of strategy or physical adaptation of a species to protect itself from predators. Defense mechanisms can be chemical,...

Role of Decomposers

What are Decomposers? Decomposers are nature’s “Cleanup Crew.” They are organisms that feed on dead and decaying plant and animal material. They range from microscopic to life forms that are visible to us. Let’s dive in and learn more about these decomposers! Types of...

Bones

What is a bone? A bone is a living, growing tissue that makes up our body’s skeleton.  Bones are made of collagen (a protein) and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium. Babies are born with around 300 bones. Some of these fuse together, reducing the...
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