Flashcards on Seasonal Adaptations of Plants and Animals

Seasonal Adaptations of Plants and Animals: A Student Guide

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What happens to many animals in spring regarding hibernation and migration?

Animals wake up from hibernation; birds return from migrations and build nests.

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Seasonal Fauna and Flora

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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.