Why Do Flamingos Stand on One Leg?

Why Do Flamingos Stand on One Leg?

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Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explores why flamingos stand on one leg, debunking the heat conservation theory. It describes an experiment showing that flamingos, even when dead, can maintain a stable one-legged stance due to their unique joint structure. Observations of live flamingos confirm that this posture is energy-efficient, making them naturally adapted to standing on one leg.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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