Camouflage in the Animal Kingdom

What You'll Learn

Animal behaviors can be innate (born with) or learned. A spider spinning a web is innate behavior, while a dog learning to sit on command is learned behavior.

Key Words

photosynthesis
vertebrate

Materials Needed

paper towels
markers
tape
small pots
cotton balls

Safety First

Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.
Do not mix unknown chemicals together.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: Animal behaviors can be innate (born with) or learned. A spider spinning a web is innate behavior, while a dog learning to sit on command is learned behavior.

Step 2 — Do

Create a labeled diagram of what you built or observed.

Step 3 — Observe

Note any unexpected results.

Step 4 — Record

Share your findings with the class or a partner.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is a biome?