1. Standard XII- Animal Adaptations
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Standard XII- Animal Adaptations

2. Standard XII- Animal Adaptations
CONTENT STANDARD 12. Describe protective adaptations of animals, including mimicry, camouflage, beak type, migration, and hibernation.
ELIGIBLE CONTENT
A. Recognize and apply the definition of mimicry. (The resemblance of one organism to another or to an object in its surroundings for concealment and protection from predators.)
B. Recognize and apply the definition of camouflage. (The method or result of concealing by disguise or protective coloration such that the organism appears to be part of the natural surroundings.)
C. Distinguish between different beak types, and identify what each type is used for.
D. Recognize and apply the definition of migration. (The process of changing location periodically, especially by moving seasonally from one region to another.)
E. Recognize and apply the definition of hibernation. (The process of passing winter in an inactive or dormant state.)

3. Evolution
Changes in an organism over time known to occur due to fossils
Adaptation- Evolution of a structural, internal or behavioral feature to better suit the organism for survival
Results from a change in the environment
Theory of Natural Selection
Survival of the fittest
Causes a change in the gene pool
Unfit genes die out or are bred out

4. Structural Adaptations
Mimicry- Copying of the appearance of other organisms for protection or other advantages
Protective resemblance- Normally resembles plant structures
Camouflage- Body color blends in with surroundings
Spots and stripes break up body pattern
Warning Coloration- Bright coloration to warn of danger
Mechanical Defenses- Physical covering that allows for defending from predators or to aid in predation
Ex: Claws, sharp teeth, quills, shells, etc.

5. Structural Adaptations
Mimicry/Warning Coloration
Protective Resemblance
Camouflage

6. Adaptations Charles Darwin Father of evolution
Developed theory of natural selection
Traveled on the H.M.S. Beagle to the Galapogos Islands
Studied finches and beak size and shape
Beaks of birds are adaptations for food type

7. Bird Beak Adaptations

8. Bird Feet Adaptations

9. Bird Wing Adaptations
Penguin wing adapted for swimming

10. Behavioral Adaptations
Migration- Movement of an animal from one place to another
Common in birds and grazing mammals
Brought on by climate change
Hibernation- Period of dormancy during certain time-periods
Common in reptiles and mammals of cold climates

11. Behavioral Adaptations

12. Behavioral Adaptations

13. Internal Adaptations Chemical defenses
Development of mucus glands- secrete mucus for protection
Toxin/Venom development