VOICED: A Paradise for parrots in the heart of Brooklyn

VOICED: A Paradise for parrots in the heart of Brooklyn

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Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

6th - 7th Grade

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The video explores the presence of parakeets in New York City, tracing their origins from South America and their introduction to the US in the 1960s as pets. These birds have since established colonies in urban areas like Brooklyn. Bird enthusiast Steve Baldwin leads safaris to observe these parakeets, which have adapted to the city's ecosystem despite the cold climate. The video highlights the growing interest in urban birdwatching and the parakeets' ability to thrive in unexpected environments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where do the parakeets in New York City originally come from?

Africa

Asia

South America

Australia

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who leads the birdwatching safaris to observe the parakeets in NYC?

David Lee

Mary Johnson

Steve Baldwin

John Smith

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes it difficult to spot the wild parrots during the safaris?

Their excellent camouflage

Their bright colors

Their small size

Their loud noises

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of the parakeets is of particular interest to scientists?

Their breeding habits

Their adaptation to cold climates

Their migration patterns

Their diet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What weather condition do the parakeets in NYC dislike?

Fog

Snow

Rain

Wind