Survival of the species

Animals need to reproduce to prevent their species from extinction. Animals reproduce by eggs or giving birth. Different animals have their own ways to ensure the survival their species.

1. Snake coils round the eggs and attacks animals that come close to the eggs.

2.Sea horse

The male sea horse use its pouch to store the eggs and looks after them until the hatch. It will protect the young until they can fend for themselves.

3.Siamese fighting fish

The male fish catches the eggs in its mouth and drops them into a bubble nest that it has built. It also guards the nest and protects the babies.

4. Kangroo carry their young in their pouches