10. Identify one adaptation of an Arctic Fox. Explain how the adaptation that you identified helps the Arctic Fox survive in its environment.

One adaptation of the Arctic Fox is its coat of thick, white fur during the winter months that helps it blend in with the snow and ice in its environment. During the summer months, the fur turns a brownish-gray color that allows it to blend in with the tundra surroundings. This adaptation helps the Arctic Fox avoid predators such as wolves and polar bears by making it difficult for them to spot the fox in the snowy expanse. Additionally, the thick fur provides insulation to keep the fox warm during the harsh Arctic winters and allows it to tolerate extremely low temperatures. Without this adaptation, the Arctic Fox would struggle to survive in its harsh and unpredictable environment.