Saturday, June 30, 2012

Sigel: Animal Adaptation for a Specific Environment

The winter flounder or Pseudopleuronectes americanus has adapted to its specific environment on the ocean floor by having a very flat appearance and being a similar color to the ocean floor to disguise itself from predators and sneak up on prey. The winter flounder also has both eyes on one side so it has a better view of what is going on around it.
Location: 42.358886, -71.050829

This leopard gecko or Eublepharis macularius has adapted to its specific environment of sandy deserts and grasslands by having spotted skin that helps them blend in with sand and some bushes to protect them from predators. Also, the leopard gecko's skin is very durable, so it is able to withstand the rough sand and rocks in its environment. 
Location: 42.065065, -71.584511

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