AdaptatioAdaptationnAny structure or

behavior of an organism that increases its

chances of surviving and reproducing

Behavioral AdaptationsBehavioral Adaptations• Changes an organism makes in

its behaviors/actions• Examples include:

–Migration–Hibernation–Nocturnal feeding–Nesting together

Structural AdaptationsStructural Adaptations

•Changes to an organisms structure

•Examples include–Long necks of giraffes–Webbed feet –Sharp claws –Striped fur–Long legs

Protective ColorationProtective Coloration•Form of structural adaptation

•Allows animal to blend in with its environment

•Also known as camouflage

Mimicry

• Allows one animal to look like, sound, or act like another animal to fool predators into thinking it is poisonous or dangerous

How has the octopus

adapted?

Which of these are structural?

Which are behavioral?

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Compose a poem or song about adaptations. Be

sure to use specific examples of structural

and behavioral adaptations.