Question

Create and Present Your Own Organism

My organism is called the Red Panda (Ailurus fulgens). It is a mammal native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. The Red Panda is the only living species of its genus, Ailurus, and is closely related to the Giant Panda, although it has a much more specialized diet. It is an excellent climber and has a thick, woolly coat to help keep it warm in its cold mountain habitat.
The Red Panda has evolved over time to become more specialized in its diet and habitat. Its thick fur helps to keep it warm in the cold mountain environment, while its long, bushy tail helps it balance while climbing trees. Its diet consists mainly of bamboo, but it also eats fruits, eggs, and small animals. Its sharp claws and teeth help it to break open bamboo stalks and to defend itself against predators. Is it living now or extinct?
❑ Where is/was the organism found?
❑ Describe organism’s key characteristics (Physical appearance and behavioral traits)
❑ Explain why organism’s traits are useful (Hint: Use what you learned about natural
selection)

Answer 1

The Red Panda is found in the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. It has a reddish-brown coat and a long, bushy tail. It is an excellent climber and has sharp claws and teeth to break open bamboo stalks.

Physical appearance and behavioral traits are useful because they help the Red Panda survive in its cold mountain habitat. behavioral traits include its ability to climb trees and its strong prey>predator instincts.

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