some animals have alot of predators and most cant get away from them so the defence from a predator is paticually hard!
Alpacas are prey animals with very few defenses against predators. They can stomp small animals with their front feet and they can spit their stomach contents (bile soaked grass, Yuck!) at an enemy. Common predators against alpacas are coyotes, cougars, mountain lions, and bears.
Cacti have their spines that keep animals from resting and eating their fruit
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Many animals are the predators of a seahorse - it is a very small animal with very few defenses. Other fish are the main predators, but any other animal would eat a seahorse if they catch it.
Marine Iguanas are found only on the Galapagos Islands. They have very few defenses against introduced animals because they have evolved in an environment with very few natural predators. Rats prey on the eggs, cats prey on their young, and dogs prey on even the adults.
Yes, chemical defenses are a key adaptation used by prey to deter predators. Many species, such as certain plants, insects, and animals, produce toxic substances or unpleasant chemicals that can harm or repel potential threats. This adaptation enhances their chances of survival by reducing the likelihood of being consumed. Overall, chemical defenses play a crucial role in the evolutionary arms race between prey and predators.
Yes either to take down prey or fend off predators
Sap containing Urushiol, which causes itching and a rash. example poison ivy and plants producing either cardiac or steroidal glycosides. example foxglove
Some animals have horns to protect themselves against predators or to battle each other when it is mating season to fight for the ladies ;)
Animals have developed several ways to escape from predators. Running is one way, most animals will run from danger. Fighting is another. Teeth and claws often deter small predators from getting a meal. Camouflage is used to hide from those animals that would do others harm, fawns are spotted when born for just that purpose. Still others have developed natural defenses such as toads who urinate bad tasting liquid and skunks who smell really bad.
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Invasive species are plants and animals that have migrated or be placed in places were they are not native. This is very harmful to the native flora and fauna who have no natural defenses against the invaders.