MEERKATS V.S. WOMBATS
adaptation comparason
MEERKATS
- physical adaptations
- sharp claws
- tails
- sharp teeth
- flap of skin on the young so they can pick them up with there teeth
- sharp eyesight
2. behavioural adaptations
- stands watch
- digs burrows
- "dances" with dangerous prey (fights it intelligently)
- live in groups
- have warning calls
- have certain rolls
- sleep together for warmth
WOMBATS
- physical adaptations
- pouch to carry young angled to the back so dirt doesn't fill it when digging
- sharp claws to dig
- the rump is protected by bony plate and acts like a defensive shield
- have grooming claws on there back feet
- has low metabolism and long intestine track incase there is little plants to eat
2. behavioural adaptations
- is nocturnal to save energy and it is harder for predators to see
- digs burrows
- lives alone