Flamingos and Monarch Butterflies Behavior

The video explores the behavior of different swarming animals. Flamingos in the Serengeti gather in large colonies for safety and breeding. Kilas, or East African weaver birds, form massive swarms that can devastate crops. Monarch butterflies undertake a remarkable instinctive migration from the United States to Mexico, a journey spanning generations. These swarming behaviors highlight the fascinating strategies animals use for survival and reproduction.

Why do flamingos gather in large colonies?

• To find food more easily

• For safety and protection

• To migrate together

• To avoid predators

What is the purpose of flamingos' preening behavior?

• To remove parasites

• To waterproof their feathers

• To clean their feathers

• To attract mates

How is the social behavior of flamingos compared in the video?

• A family reunion

• A singles bar

• A school gathering

• A business meeting

What is another name for the East African weaver bird?

• Monarchs

• Flamingos

• Kilas

• Locusts

What impact do kilas have on local farmers?

• They help pollinate crops

• They destroy up to 60 tons of grain in a day

• They protect crops from pests

• They provide natural fertilizer

Where do the monarch butterflies migrate to?

• Okavango Delta

• El Rosario, Mexico

• Serengeti National Park

• Tanzania

How far do monarch butterflies travel to reach their destination?

• 3,000 miles

• 1,000 miles

• 2,000 miles

• 500 miles

What is unique about the monarch butterflies' migration?

• They migrate every year

• Only every fourth or fifth generation makes the journey

• They travel in small groups

• They follow a leader

What is considered one of nature's greatest mysteries regarding monarch butterflies?

• Their ability to fly long distances

• Their instinctual migration

• Their diet

• Their vibrant colors

What is the primary reason for the monarch butterflies' migration?

• To breed

• To find a warmer climate

• To escape predators

• To find food