Unit 1: Habitats of GA Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms about Georgia habitats, their features, and adaptations.

Habitat

A living thing's home; provides food, water, and shelter.

Atlantic Ocean Habitat

A large body of saltwater to the east of the United States; Georgia's coastal habitat.

Mountain Habitat

An area of steep, rocky land with cool temperatures.

Piedmont Habitat

An area of rolling hills with red clay soil.

Coastal Plain Habitat

Found at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean; Georgia's coast with sandy beaches, wetlands, and barrier islands.

Marsh/Swamp Habitat

An area of land along the edges of larger bodies of water where the ground is covered with water for long periods.

Adaptation

A body part or behavior that helps a living thing survive in its environment.

Survive

To stay alive.

Camouflage

Camouflage is a special color or pattern on an animal that helps it hide from other animals that want to catch it. It lets them blend in with their home.

Hibernation

A state of greatly reduced activity that helps animals survive cold winters.

Migration

Seasonal movement of animals to find food or favorable conditions.

Mimicry

Looking like something else to fool predators or gain protection.

Thorns

Sharp protective structures on plants that deter animals.

Bright flowers

Flowers with vivid colors that attract pollinators.

Waxy leaves

Leaves with a waxy coating that helps keep water inside.

Long roots

Deep roots that help plants find water deep underground.

Okefenokee Swamp

A swamp located in Georgia's Coastal Plain; the state's largest wetland.