Desert Adaptations
Desert adaptations refer to the unique physical, behavioral, and physiological characteristics that plants and animals have developed to survive in arid and harsh desert environments. These adaptations allow organisms to conserve water, regulate body temperature, and thrive in the extreme conditions of deserts where resources are scarce and temperatures are extreme. Examples of desert adaptations include water-storing succulent leaves, nocturnal activity to avoid daytime heat, and reflective scales or fur to deflect sunlight.