Answer to Question #199515 in Biology for New Toronto

Question

In 5 points, Discuss aquatic, terrestrial and arboreal habitats in relation with adaptation and survival of organisms in these habitats

Answer 1

Aquatic habitats adaptations:

• waterproof covers
• moist skin
• streamlined shape
• gills
• fins

Terrestrial habitats adaptations:

• a moist membrane for breathing (lungs)
• means of locomotion
• conservation of water
• reproduction without large amounts of water
• adaptations to rapid climatic changes

Arboreal habitats adaptations:

• adapted and strong limbs and tails
• smaller size
• a low centre of mass
•  flexible joints
• claws to grip into the trees