Ostriches: The World's Biggest Birds! | Biology for Kids | SciShow Kids

The video explores different types of birds, focusing on flightless birds like ostriches and penguins. It explains why ostriches can't fly due to their size and how they are adapted for life on the ground. The video also highlights the similarities between flying and flightless birds, such as laying eggs and having feathers. Ostriches use their feathers for balance and cooling, showcasing unique adaptations. The video encourages viewers to think about which type of bird they would prefer to be and invites them to learn about other amazing animals.

Which bird is mentioned as being unable to fly due to its large size?

• Hawk

• Hummingbird

• Crow

• Ostrich

What is the maximum speed an ostrich can run?

• 25 miles an hour

• 45 miles an hour

• 60 kilometers an hour

• 30 kilometers an hour

How do penguins primarily move around?

• Hopping

• Swimming

• Running

• Flying

What is a common feature between ostriches and other birds?

• They lay hard eggs

• They all can fly

• They live in trees

• They have no feathers

How do ostriches use their wings if not for flying?

• For swimming

• For balance while running

• For digging

• For climbing