TED-Ed: Gillian Gibb: Why can't some birds fly?

TED-Ed: Gillian Gibb: Why can't some birds fly?

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Interactive Video

Biology

KG - University

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The video explores the world of flightless birds, highlighting their habitats, evolution, and survival strategies. It explains how some birds have lost the ability to fly due to energy conservation and lack of predators, while others have adapted to survive alongside predators. The video also discusses the threats posed by human-introduced predators and the adaptations that help some flightless birds thrive.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which bird is known for its defensive use of razor-sharp toe claws?

Emu

Penguin

Cassowary

Ostrich

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a primary reason some birds have evolved to be flightless?

To increase their body size

To conserve energy

To improve their swimming ability

To enhance their mating rituals

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental change often threatens flightless birds on islands?

Introduction of new predators

Climate change

Lack of food resources

Increased competition from other birds

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have large flightless birds like emus and ostriches adapted to survive alongside predators?

By living in dense forests

By developing the ability to fly short distances

By forming large flocks for protection

By growing larger and becoming fast runners

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way flightless birds use their wings despite not flying?

For catching prey

For digging

For steering while running

For climbing trees