Animal adaptations - Worksheet

This worksheet from Focus Education (UK) Ltd encourages students to explore the fascinating world of animal adaptations. The task is to research various animals that have evolved to thrive in distinct environments across the globe. Students are instructed to categorize these creatures under specific headings based on the types of habitats they inhabit: Cold parts, Warm parts, Wet parts, Dry parts, and Dark parts. This classification activity not only helps in understanding the diversity of life but also aids in recognising the relationship between organisms and their ecosystems.

Beyond listing animals by their habitats, the worksheet prompts learners to delve deeper into the science of taxonomy – the method by which living things are grouped and classified. It also challenges students to investigate the unique characteristics and special attributes that enable these animals and plants to survive in their respective environments. This could include physiological features, behavioural traits, or symbiotic relationships with other species. The aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of how adaptations play a crucial role in the survival of species, shaping their ability to live in harmony with their surroundings.