Why Adaptations Are Important

Adaptations allow animals to:

• Survive: Adaptations help animals find food, water, mates, and shelter. 
• Protect: They can help animals defend themselves from predators or hide from them (e.g., camouflage). 
• Thrive: Adaptations help animals to survive and thrive in their habitats, whether those are deserts, forests, or oceans. 

Animals can have lots of adaptations which allow them to fit perfectly with their environment. Can you answer these questions about animal adaptations?