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