AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Snowshoe Hare adapts by changing color according to the season as a type of camouflage (brownish in the summer and white in the winter) to protect itself from predators. Many of the birds will feed upon the conifer seeds and berries.

Detailed explanation-2: -Animal adaptations Some animals have adapted to life in the taiga by hibernating when temperatures drop. Other animals have adapted to the extreme cold temperatures by producing a layer of insulating feathers or fur to protect them from the cold.

Detailed explanation-3: -Why do some animals in the taiga experience a seasonal color change? In order for camouflage to be successful in the taiga, it must account for summer and winter conditions. In the winter, white fur is effective camouflage.

Detailed explanation-4: -taiga, also called boreal forest, biome (major life zone) of vegetation composed primarily of cone-bearing needle-leaved or scale-leaved evergreen trees, found in northern circumpolar forested regions characterized by long winters and moderate to high annual precipitation.

Detailed explanation-5: -thick layers of fat and fur-for insulation against the cold. a small surface area to volume ratio-to minimise heat loss. a greasy coat that sheds water after swimming-to help reduce heat loss. large feet-to distribute their load and increase grip on the ice.