Crocodile and Bird Characteristics

The video explores the fascinating world of red-billed quelea, the most numerous birds on Earth, whose combined flock weight surpasses that of a buffalo. It then shifts focus to the Nile crocodile, detailing its growth into a formidable apex predator in the Luangwa River, capable of living over a century and weighing more than a ton. These ancient reptiles have remained largely unchanged for millions of years.

What is notable about the red-billed quelea in terms of their population?

• They are the largest birds in Africa.

• They are the fastest flying birds.

• They are the heaviest birds on earth.

• They are the most numerous birds on earth.

How does the combined weight of the red-billed quelea flocks compare to other animals?

• It is less than a crocodile.

• It is more than a buffalo.

• It is less than a rabbit.

• It is equal to a lion.

What is a significant characteristic of a young crocodile's growth?

• It grows only during the rainy season.

• It will continue to grow throughout its life.

• It grows rapidly in the first year.

• It stops growing after 10 years.

What is the potential lifespan of a large crocodile?

• 200 years

• 50 years

• 100 years

• 150 years

What distinguishes Nile crocodiles from other African predators?

• They are the only predators to weigh more than a ton.

• They are the most colorful reptiles.

• They are the smallest predators.

• They are the fastest swimmers.

How long have Nile crocodiles remained largely unchanged?

• 100 million years

• 50 million years

• 200 million years

• 300 million years