Unit 2 Review Flashcards

1
Q

How do birds get the energy to power flight?

A

They have strong hearts that beat incredibly fast and are effective at absorbing oxygen.

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2
Q

In proportion to body, what is the birds brain like?

A

They have relatively large brains in proportion to their bodies.

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3
Q

Do birds chew their food? Why or why not?

A

No. They lack teeth and swallow their food whole.

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4
Q

What are some uses for bills besides eating?

A

Bills can be used for building nests, excavating holes, defending against predators, grooming and cleaning.

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5
Q

How do birds walk?

A

almost exclusively on their toes.

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6
Q

What is so special about bird bones?

A

They are pneumatic which means they are hollow, porous, and connected to their respiratory system.

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7
Q

What do birds have that compensates for their small lungs and lack of diaphragm.

A

Birds have air sacs that allow them to breath continuously.

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8
Q

Why do birds need such large amounts of oxygen

A

to power their large flight muscles.

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9
Q

What is the common name for this bird?

A

Northern Cardinal

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10
Q

Name the bird that sings this song

A

Northern Cardinal

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11
Q

What is the common name for this bird?

A

Northern Mockingbird

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12
Q

Name the bird that sings this song

A

Northern Mockingbird

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13
Q

What is the common name for this bird?

A

Rock Pigeon

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14
Q

Name the bird that sings this song

A

Rock Pigeon

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15
Q

What is the common name for this bird?

A

Mourning Dove

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16
Q

Name the bird that sings this song

A

Mourning Dove

17
Q

What is the common name for this bird?

A

Song Sparrow

18
Q

Name the bird that sings this song

A

Song Sparrow

19
Q

What is the common name for this bird?

A

House Wren

20
Q

Name the bird that sings this song

A

House Wren

21
Q

What is the common name for this bird?

A

Purple Finch

22
Q

Name the bird that sings this song

A

Purple Finch

23
Q

What is the common name for this bird?

A

Eastern Bluebird

24
Q

Name the bird that sings this song

A

Eastern Bluebird