Relier Pairs Adaptations (D)Version en ligne Match the animal to its adaptation that helps it survive. par Kerrie Blazek [Mack MS] 1 Slows down body functions during winter hibernations. 2 Helps animals run faster on prairies. 3 Waxy skin to prevent water loss. 4 Strong hind legs allow this animal to hop quickly away from predators. 5 Looks like a leaf to hide. 6 Flat teeth grind grasses. 7 Short beak breaks nuts. 8 Sharp teeth to tear meat. 9 Migrate south to warmer temperatures. 10 Flippers allow this animal to balance and swim rapidly in water to catch food or to escape predators.