New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Adaptations – Designs for Survival
What's the difference between behavioral adaptations and physical adaptations? Learn about the various ways that organisms adapt to their environment with a worksheet about the creatures of the Hudson River.
Wildwood Trust
Habitats
The circle of life is all around us, from the black bears in the nearby mountains to the pile of dead leaves in the backyard. Encourage young scientists to take a critical look at the world around them with a set of lessons...
Consortium for Ocean Science Exploration and Engagement (COSEE)
Fish Morphology
Life comes in all different shapes and sizes, and fish are no exception. Here, young scientists create fish prints as they learn how specific characteristics allow different species to survive in their particular habitats.
Sea World Parks & Entertainment
Sea World: Animal Bytes: Gorillas
This site from SeaWorld/Busch Gardens provides a wealth of information regarding gorillas. Content includes a focus on gorilla habitats and distribution, physical characteristics and special adaptations, senses, behavior, diet,...
Science Made Simple
Science Made Simple: How Do Animals Spend the Winter?
Use this site to learn how animals use hibernation, adaptation, and migration to overcome the difficulties of winter.
PBS
Pbs Nature: Coyote
What do you know about coyotes? Learn more about how adaptable this animal is to new surroundings when you check out this informative resource. Explore this website to find more facts and information ranging from what these animals eat...
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Hall of Mammals: Snowshoe Hare
A brief overview of the snowshoe hare and accompanying photos demonstrate the physical adaptations that allow this animal to survive in its habitat.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Hall of Mammals: Canadian Lynx
A brief overview of the Canadian lynx and accompanying photos demonstrate the physical adaptations that allow this animal survive in its habitat.
PBS
Nature: Cheetah
What are some of the cheetah's distinctive characteristics? Come and check out this resource featuring fun facts and information about the cheetah.
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Birds
This resource provides detailed information about birds, as well as several pictures.