Animal Worksheets for Grade 2 Students | Worsheets library - Free Printable

Solution to the Worksheet: "Animals Adapt to Their Habitats"

This worksheet asks you to list features of the polar bear and the camel that help them survive in their respective habitats. Below is a completed version with explanations for each feature.

---

#### ✔ Polar Bear (Arctic Habitat – Cold, Snowy, Icy Environments)

| Feature | Explanation |
|--------|-------------|
| Thick layer of fat (blubber) | Keeps the polar bear warm in freezing temperatures by insulating its body. |
| White fur | Camouflage in snowy environments helps it sneak up on prey like seals. |
| Large paws with rough pads | Helps it walk on ice and snow without slipping; also acts like a snowshoe to distribute weight. |
| Black skin under white fur | Absorbs heat from the sun to keep the bear warm. |
| Short ears and tail | Reduce surface area to minimize heat loss in cold climates. |

---

#### ✔ Camel (Desert Habitat – Hot, Dry, Sandy Environments)

| Feature | Explanation |
|--------|-------------|
| Humps (store fat) | The hump stores fat, which can be converted into water and energy when food and water are scarce. |
| Long legs | Keep the camel’s body elevated above hot sand. |
| Thick eyelashes and closable nostrils | Protect eyes and nose from blowing sand and dust storms. |
| Broad, padded feet | Help it walk on soft sand without sinking. |
| Ability to conserve water | Camels can go long periods without drinking water by minimizing sweat and producing concentrated urine. |

---

🔍 Why This Matters:

Animals develop adaptations—special physical or behavioral traits—that help them survive in their environments.
- The polar bear has adaptations for cold, such as insulation and camouflage.
- The camel has adaptations for heat and dryness, like water conservation and protection from sand.

These examples show how natural selection leads to survival in extreme environments.

Let me know if you'd like this turned into a printable table!