How do adaptations help a creature survive in its habitat? Objective Identify specific adaptations that aid animals in survival. Define adaptation, ecosystem, community, habitat, ecological niche, species, generalist, and specialist. Understand the special environment of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and its diverse habitats. Background The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is one of the last diverse, relatively intact, ecosystems in the world! All organisms that live in varied habitats have physical, biological, and behavioral adaptations that help them to survive in their environment. Found Duration: 60 Minutes.