Question

Explain why speed is important for survival in the grasslands for animals that live there. (Hint : There are few trees or places for animals to hide in grasslands habitats).

Answer 1

In grasslands, mainly grasses are found and there are very few trees or places for animals to hide. Predators such as lion, tiger, etc. are commonly found in such habitats. It is very easy for the predators to locate their prey in the grass. Therefore, to protect themselves from being predated, the herbivores like the deer, zebra etc are adapted to running fast so as to protect themselves from being predated. So, speed is important for survival in the grasslands for animals that live there.