evolutionary adaptations

Evolutionary adaptations are traits that organisms develop over generations to better survive and reproduce in their environment. These changes occur due to natural selection, where beneficial traits become more common because they enhance an organism’s ability to find food, avoid predators, or withstand environmental conditions. For example, a bird might develop a longer beak to access food more effectively, or a plant might grow deeper roots during droughts. Adaptations help species thrive over time, shaping their physical features, behaviors, or physiological processes to fit their specific habitat.