Question

Consider the following statements :
A. In the Tundra region, animals have thick fur and thick skin.
B. Most of the animals in grasslands are herbivores.
C. In tropical rainy forests, many animals live on trees.
Which of the following best explains these statements ?

• A. Dependence of animals on natural vegetation.
• B. Exploitation of wildlife and natural vegetation.
• C. Relationship between density of vegetation and wildlife.
• D. Adaptation of natural environment

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Adaptation of natural environment

Adaptation is a trait that makes an animal suited to its environment. It can be behavioural or structural adaptation like skin and fur of an artic fox is structural adatation while herbivorous food habit is behavioural adaptation.