TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Gillian Gibb: Why can't some birds fly?
Though the common ancestor of all modern birds could fly, many different bird species have independently lost their flight. Flight can have incredible benefits, especially for escaping predators, hunting and traveling long distances. But...
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The Fascinating World of Birds: Flying and Flightless Creatures
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of birds. From their diverse shapes and sizes to their unique characteristics, we learn about their ability to fly and the differences between flying and flightless birds. Discover how...
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Flightless Birds: Ostriches, Penguins, and the Kiwi
The Kiwi is a flightless bird native to New Zealand, known for its unique appearance and nocturnal habits. It has a long beak, small wings, and soft, hair-like feathers. The Kiwi plays a vital role in the ecosystem by helping to disperse...
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The Decline of Penguins: Threats and Challenges
This video provides a brief but comprehensive overview of the history, cultural significance, and current threats faced by penguins. It highlights their popularity, exploitation, and the challenges they face due to human activities and...
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Penguins: Social Behavior, Communication, and Breeding Habits
This video provides an overview of penguins, highlighting their highly social nature, communication methods, breeding habits, and parenting responsibilities. It also touches on the challenges they face, including predation and high...
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Discovering the World of Penguins
This video provides a captivating overview of penguins, showcasing their unique adaptations and remarkable diversity. From their ability to thrive in harsh environments to their distinctive black and white appearance, penguins are truly...
Bizarre Beasts
The Bizarre Beast That Honks in The Night
The kākāpō is New Zealand's chunky, flightless parrot. They like eating fruit and making sounds like little tubas all night long.
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Developing Topics with Facts, Details, and Definitions
Writers develop their topics by adding information that explains and supports the big idea. Let's practice using facts, details, and definitions to give our readers more information about a topic.
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Penguins: Adaptations and Survival in Land and Water
This video provides an in-depth look into the fascinating world of penguins. It explores their unique adaptations for both land and water, their hunting behaviors, and their ability to survive in extreme environments. From their clumsy...
Bino and Fino
Flightless Birds
Bino and Fino learn that not all birds can fly and that there as some flightless brids.