Desert Life - Matching

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Last updated 10 months ago

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Match the desert organisms to their matching description.

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Long, narrow leaves to prevent water loss to transpiration
A deep taproot and a large, shallow root system to access water
Thick, bumpy skin to prevent water loss and tail that stores fat
Light brown fur, white belly, and black tail as camouflage to hide from predators

Long, narrow leaves to prevent water loss to transpiration

A deep taproot and a large, shallow root system to access water

Thick, bumpy skin to prevent water loss and tail that stores fat

Light brown fur, white belly, and black tail as camouflage to hide from predators

Nostrils that close to keep sand out and prevent water loss

Shovel-like front feet and claws for digging burrows in the dirt

Fleshy pads to store water and spines for protection and shade

Large ears for releasing heat to stay cool