Bison and Foxes Battle the Cold
In Bison and Foxes Battle the Cold, narrator Sir David Attenborough takes us through the harsh conditions of the North American prairies, where bison use their strength to uncover food buried beneath the snow, and foxes rely on skill and precision to hunt for meals. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth II, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
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Q: How do bison find food during the winter on the prairies?
A: Bison use their strength to push through the snow and dig for food that’s buried underneath.
Q: Why do foxes have to be precise and skillful when hunting for food in the winter?
A: Foxes need to rely on their sharp senses and quick movements to find small animals hidden under the snow, since food is harder to find in winter.
Q: How does having thick fur help animals like bison and foxes survive the cold?
A: The thick fur keeps their body heat from escaping, helping them stay warm in freezing temperatures.
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