Migration
Why do animals migrate or
move?
Animals that migrate do
so to find a place that will
offer better living
conditions. Not all
animals migrate, but
those that do are
attempting to help the
survival of their species.
There are a variety of
reasons why animals
leave. Some migrate to
avoid weather changes.
Some leave because of
the food supply. Unlike
humans who migrate
because of relationships,
job changes, or other
social reasons, animals
migrate to survive
There are different types of
migration, but one of the
most interesting is the
seasonal migration. In
seasonal migrations,
animals move twice a year.
These movements usually
occur due to changes in the
seasons or in the weather.
For example, some
birds migrate away
from colder regions
to warmer weather
and then come back
to a place once the
colder weather has
passed.
How do animals know when it
is time to migrate?
Some animals do not leave
an area until the
environment changes and
becomes a place that is not
favorable for them to live.
Other animals seem to have
inborn systems that tell
them when it is time to
leave.
Animals that migrate use many different ways to
successfully reach their destinations. Scientists
believe animals’ senses play a huge role in helping
them find their way. For example, salmon that migrate
are thought to recognize specific odors that help them.
Discussion
Why do
animals
migrate?
Others are thought to use
even the sun, moon, and stars
to help guide them on their
journeys. Although the
animals use different
methods to migrate, one
thing is the same: migration
remains an important and
vital journey for the survival
of many of Earth’s most
amazing species.
Why do animals most likely
migrate?
A to find more food
B to find shelter
C to find similar species
D to find better living conditions
Which paragraph best explains how
animals know when to migrate?
A first paragraph
B second paragraph
C third paragraph
D fourth paragraph
How is animal migration different
from the migration of some humans?
Humans might migrate for social
A reasons rather than survival.
Humans migrate based on a twelve-
B month calendar.
C
Humans wait for certain species of animals
to migrate before leaving a certain area.
D Humans do not migrate.
Which of the following
statements is an opinion?
A Animal migration is a fascinating subject that
scientists still need to learn about to fully understand.
B Some animals do not migrate until environmental
changes occur.
C Not all animals migrate
D Some animals have inborn systems that tell them
when to migrate.
What inference can be made
about migration?
Seasonal migration is not the only type
A of migration.
Humans could migrate using the same
B inborn systems as other animals.
C Migration is different for all animals.
D At some point in history, all animals
migrated