Question

What are some adaptations of the kangaroo rat that allow it to survive in the desert biome?
a.
builds underground burrows, hunts at night, obtains water from its food
b.
builds nests inside trunks of large plants, hunts during daylight hours, obtains water from its food
c.
builds underground burrows, hunts at night, requires a water source for drinking
d.
builds exposed nests under brush and scrub, hunts at night, obtains water from its food


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

A

Kangaroo rats live in underground burrows, are nocturnal to avoid daytime heat, and get needed water metabolically from seeds (rarely drink free water).