Flashcards on Seasonal Adaptations of Plants and Animals
Seasonal Adaptations of Plants and Animals: A Student Guide
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Seasonal Fauna and Flora
12 cards
Card 1
Question: What happens to many animals in spring regarding hibernation and migration?
Answer: Animals wake up from hibernation; birds return from migrations and build nests.
Card 2
Question: Name two fauna events common in spring related to young animals.
Answer: Young animals such as lambs and fawns are born; animals raise their newborns.
Card 3
Question: What plant processes begin in spring?
Answer: Seeds begin to germinate; buds appear on trees and flowers start to bloom; grass turns green and grows rapidly.
Card 4
Question: How are insects and animal parental behaviors described in summer?
Answer: Insects are very active (bees pollinating); animals spend time raising their young.
Card 5
Question: What happens to fruits, trees, and flowers in summer?
Answer: Fruits and vegetables ripen; trees are in full leaf and provide shade; flowers are in full bloom.
Card 6
Question: How do animals often cope with heat during summer?
Answer: Some animals seek shade to stay cool.
Card 7
Question: What food-related behaviors do animals show in autumn?
Answer: Animals gather and store food for winter.
Card 8
Question: What migration and fur changes occur in autumn?
Answer: Many bird species migrate south; some animals grow thicker fur.
Card 9
Question: How do leaves and seeds change in autumn?
Answer: Leaves change color (yellow, orange, red) and trees drop their leaves; plants produce seeds and prepare for dormancy.
Card 10
Question: What do some animals do in winter and how do they find food?
Answer: Some animals go into deep hibernation; other animals stay active and find food in the snow.