Question

Why do some plants have thorns?

Answer 1

Plants develop thorns as a defense mechanism against herbivores, such as animals that may try to eat them. Thorns help protect the plant from being consumed and also deter animals from getting too close which helps plants in their survival.

Answer 2

Plants develop thorns as a defense mechanism to protect themselves from being eaten by herbivores or to deter animals from damaging them. Thorns act as a physical barrier that makes it difficult for animals to consume the plant, thereby increasing the plant's chances of survival.