Question

Observe the living organisms in the picture and identify their habitats. Mention the characteristics that help them to adapt in these habitats.

Answer 1

Camel:

1. The living organism in the picture is a camel.
2. Camels are animals that reside in the desert habitats as they are adapted to the hot and dry climatic conditions of the desert.

Adaptations in camel:

1. It has longer eyelashes that protects the eyes from the sand during a sandstorm.
2. Camels can close their nostrils to protect the nasal tract from the sand in the environment.
3. The hump of the camel can store fat which helps them survive without food for months.
4. They have the ability to intake a large volume of water in a given time and store for later use.
5. Camels have thick lips that help them feed on plants like prickly pear without hurting themselves.
6. The padded wide feet help them move on sand without getting stuck.