What Happens to Birds During Hurricanes?

What Happens to Birds During Hurricanes?

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Science, Biology, Geography

11th Grade - University

Hard

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This video explores the impact of storms on wildlife, particularly birds, and the role of citizen science in understanding these effects.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual behavior do some birds exhibit during hurricanes?

They dive underwater.

They fly into the eye of the storm.

They burrow underground.

They migrate to colder regions.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technology helps meteorologists detect animals within storms?

Dual polarization radar

Infrared cameras

Ultrasound devices

Satellite imagery

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the eye of a hurricane considered relatively safe for birds?

It has no rain.

It is warmer and less windy.

It is completely silent.

It is filled with food.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major risk for birds trapped in the eye of a hurricane?

Encountering predators

Being hit by lightning

Getting lost in the storm

Running out of food

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can birdwatchers contribute to understanding the impact of hurricanes on birds?

By predicting storm paths

By capturing and tagging birds

By reporting sightings of displaced birds

By providing food and shelter