Traits passed from parent to offspring Natural instincts Born with these traits

Neck length Color of spots Ability to see Ear size Color of skin

Keen sense of smell Sharp teeth Rough skin Motion detectors on skin

Color of petals Number of leaves Thorns on stem

Are these inherited? Wilted leaves Scar on an animal’s leg Broken stems No. These occur through interaction with the environment.

Behaviors learned from parents Adapted traits learned from living in an environment Takes time and practice

Burrowing for safety *Animals learn from living in their habitats

Using sticks to dig Hiding from predators

*Animals also learn through human interaction