Invasive Species and Bird Behavior

The video explores bird watching as a hobby, highlighting its benefits for both humans and birds. It delves into why songbirds sing, focusing on cardinals and their communication methods. The video also discusses birds that can mimic human speech, such as parrots, and explains the characteristics of flightless birds like ostriches. It covers the reasons behind the vibrant colors of flamingos, linking it to their diet. The impact of invasive species on ecosystems is examined, using starlings as an example. The video concludes with tips for bird watching.

What is one of the benefits of bird watching mentioned in the video?

• It helps birds to migrate.

• It helps in tracking bird populations.

• It allows birds to learn new songs.

• It provides food for birds.

Why do cardinals sing more during the spring?

• To mark their territory.

• To celebrate the season.

• To find a mate and raise babies.

• To scare away predators.

What is a unique feature of parrots and some songbirds?

• They can fly faster than other birds.

• They can mimic human speech.

• They can change colors.

• They can swim underwater.

Why can't ostriches fly?

• They are too heavy.

• They live in water.

• Their wings are too small.

• They prefer running.

What adaptation helps ostriches run fast?

• Colorful feathers.

• Sharp beaks.

• Long legs.

• Strong wings.

What is a common trait between flightless and flying birds?

• Both can swim.

• Both migrate long distances.

• Both have colorful feathers.

• Both lay eggs.

What causes the bright color of flamingos?

• Their interaction with other birds.

• Their genetic makeup.

• The pigment in their diet.

• Their natural habitat.

What is an invasive species?

• A species that is endangered.

• A species that migrates seasonally.

• A species that causes harm in a new environment.

• A species that is native to a habitat.

How did starlings become an invasive species in North America?

• They migrated naturally.

• They were brought intentionally from England.

• They were released from zoos.

• They were bred in captivity.

What is one way to prevent the spread of invasive species?

• Introducing more predators.

• Feeding them different diets.

• Paying attention and monitoring.

• Allowing them to adapt.