By Leah

ANIMAL & PLANT ADAPTATIONS

KangarooKangaroos have many adaptions that help them survive in their environment. Kangaroos are able to travel long distances at a high speed, expending very little energy. Kangaroos have large and strong tendons in their back legs which act as springs. This requires less energy than running. Kangaroos are also strong swimmers. As many parts of Australia have seasonal flooding the kangaroo’s size and shape does not restrict it from swimming.

Kangaroo PawKangaroo Paw have many adaptations that help it survive in their habitatThe roots of the Kangaroo Paw do their job of helping the plant survive by absorbing the moisture and minerals. The water is then passed onto the stem and leaves where it is storedThe leaves which are held up by the stem also make energy. This is structural. The way the leaves are they provide a sitting spot for birds as they come to pollenate the plant.