These needs have developed as the animal has evolved.
Important factors are food availability, space needs, water and shelter.
Animals have to choose their habitats carefully, because where an animal chooses to live could have serious consequences for its survival. Animals depend upon being able to find reliable habitat in order to find suitable food and build a shelter in which to raise a family. People also rely on suitable habitat and shelter for survival. This activity invites students to make comparisons between human needs for survival and preferences for habitat and the needs of animals. Illinois State Goal Standard Learning Benchmarks 5 A 2b.