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Specialized beaks for feeding

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Hummingbird - Long, narrow beak to access nectar deep within flowers.

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Breath-holding abilities for diving

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Sperm Whale - Capable of holding its breath for up to 90 minutes while diving deep to hunt squid.

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Cryptic coloration to hide from predators

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Stick Insect - Looks like part of the plant it is on, very difficult for predators to see.

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Color vision to distinguish ripe fruits

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Mandrill - Trichromatic vision allows it to identify ripe and nutritious fruits in its environment.

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Pouch for carrying offspring

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Kangaroo - Female has a pouch where the joey develops and is nurtured after birth.

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Air sacs for buoyancy control

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Fish with swim bladders - Use swim bladders to maintain a specific depth without effort.

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Electrical discharge for hunting and defense

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Electric Eel - Generates strong electric fields to stun prey and deter predators.

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Mimicry to resemble other species

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Monarch and Viceroy Butterflies - Viceroy mimics the Monarch to avoid predators since Monarchs are toxic.

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Long distance migration

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Arctic Tern - Travels from Arctic breeding grounds to Antarctic feeding areas, the longest known migration.

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Tusk development for digging and defense

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Walrus - Uses tusks for foraging, movement on ice, and for defense against predators.

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Toxic or foul-tasting secretions for deterrence

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Skunk - Releases a powerful and smelly spray from its anal glands to deter predators.

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External egg-laying to avoid carrying the weight internally

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Sea Turtle - Lays eggs on beaches, minimizing the time spent carrying the eggs.

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Plant-based diet adaptations

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Giant Panda - Strong jaw muscles and flat molars to grind tough bamboo.

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Counter-shading for camouflage

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Shark - Darker on top and lighter underneath, making it hard to spot from both above and below in the water.

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Specialized limbs for digging

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Mole - Forelimbs are broad and spade-like for efficient tunneling underground.

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Scale modifications for protection

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Pangolin - Overlapping scales made of keratin act as armor against predators.

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Water conservation adaptations

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Camel - Can close nostrils and has specialized kidneys to minimize water loss in desert environments.

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Burrowing to escape extremes

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Prairie Dog - Digs extensive burrows to avoid predators and extreme temperatures.

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Nocturnal behavior to avoid heat and predation

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Owl - Hunts at night, using enhanced vision and hearing to locate prey.

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Echolocation for orientation and hunting in the dark

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Bat - Uses sound waves to navigate and catch prey in complete darkness.

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Antifreeze proteins to prevent ice crystal formation

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Antarctic Icefish - Produces proteins that bind to ice crystals, preventing blood from freezing.

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Camouflage to blend into the environment

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Chameleon - Changes skin color to match surroundings, aiding in hunting and avoiding predators.

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Suction cups for adherence

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Octopus - Uses suction cups on tentacles to grip surfaces and capture prey.

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Hibernation to survive winter scarcity

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Brown Bear - Enters a state of torpor to conserve energy when food is scarce in winter.

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Venom for predation and defense

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King Cobra - Injects venom through fangs to immobilize prey and deter predators.

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Regeneration of lost body parts

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Starfish (Sea Star) - Can regenerate limbs, which helps it survive after predator attacks.

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Explosive power for predator evasion

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Cheetah - Capable of short bursts of high speed to escape predators and catch prey.

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Thick blubber or fat layer for insulation

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Polar Bear - Provides insulation in Arctic climates, reducing heat loss in icy waters.

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Heat exchange systems to regulate body temperature

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Great White Shark - Countercurrent heat exchange system keeps muscles and brain warm in cold waters.

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Webbed feet for swimming

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Duck - Webbed feet act like paddles, allowing for efficient movement in water.

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