Topics
CISCE: Class 12
Key Points: Arboreal (Scansorial) Adaptations
| Adaptation | Structural Feature | Function | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body shape | Stout body with curved ribs | Balance and support on trees | Squirrel, lemur |
| Limb girdles | Strong and stout | Supports body weight during climbing | Sloth |
| Claws | Well-developed, sharp claws | Grasping branches | Rodents, lizards |
| Digits | Syndactyly (fused digits) | Firm grip | Some mammals |
| Adhesive pads | Sticky pads on fingers and toes | Clinging to surfaces | Tree frog |
| Tail / organs | Prehensile tail, spines or tubercles | Additional support in climbing | Chameleon, langur |
Related concepts
- Adaptation in Animals - Adaptation in Reptiles
- Adaptation in Animals - Adaptation in Mountain Animal
- Adaptation in Animals - Adaptations in Tropical Rainforests
