Relier Pairs AdaptationsVersion en ligne Match the animal to its adaptation that helps it survive. par K F 1 Waxy skin to prevent water loss. 2 Strong hind legs allow this animal to hop quickly away from predators. 3 Grow tall to compete for sunlight. 4 Helps swimmers catch food and escape. 5 This adaptation helps an animal hide among plants. 6 Looks like a leaf to hide. 7 Short beak breaks nuts. 8 Helps animals run faster on prairies. 9 Sharp teeth to tear meat. 10 Flat teeth grind grasses. 11 Arch their back to look bigger. 12 Flippers allow this animal to balance and swim rapidly in water to catch food or to escape predators. 13 Long beak catches fish. 14 Slows down body functions during winter hibernations. 15 Migrate south to warmer temperatures.