Types of Adaptations

Structural relating to an organisms shape, size or

structure
Behavioural relating to how an organism acts
Functional relating to an organisms chemical
processes

Animals & Plants

Shirley Boutros

Frog
Type of adaptation : Structural , relating
to an organisms, shape, size and structure.
What are the adaptations?
The frog has a small , compact structure.
Strong
quick legs. Large eyes. It is green in colour.
Unique shape.
How does the adaptions help it to
survive ?
The large eyes of the frog would help it
locate tiny prey for food. If there is a
predator coming, the frog would be able to
catch sight. Due to its small, compact
structure, it would leap away to safety
quickly. The green colour would camouflage
with the flora in the environment, providing
protection for the frog. The upright shape

Frangipani Plant
Type of adaptation: Behavioural,
relating to how
an organism acts.
What are the adaptations?
A plants behaviour is based on its
function. The frangipani plant blooms
according to the amount of sunlight in
the environment. The blossoms start off
with direct sunlight, and if there is
shade overpowering the area, the
blossoms will physically grow toward
the sunlight. Once the plant has fully
grown, it goes through process called
apoptosis, where the old leaves are
shredded.
How does the adaptions help it to
survive ?
The plant survives on the sunlight, it