Ornithology :D 4-21-10

Match the following bones with their numbers: Pygostyle Halux Furcula Keel Tibiotarsus Uncinate process Coracoid

Imagine you are a packet of air, floating around in the atmosphere Imagine you are a packet of air, floating around in the atmosphere. Suddenly, a bird comes along and inhales you! Describe your journey through the bird’s respiratory system as the bird inhales and exhales twice.

The image shows a typical bird’s digestive system The image shows a typical bird’s digestive system. Name and describe the functions of structures A, B, and C. A B C

Order, family, common and species name What type of seeds do these birds prefer at feeders? Why would it be a bad idea for a Brown-headed Cowbird to lay its egg in one of these bird’s nests? Describe this bird’s flight

Order, family, common and species name What type of fruit are these birds particularly fond of? Describe this bird’s nest

Order, family, common and species name Where do these birds get their common name? How does this bird raise its young? What nutrient are the females of this species especially in need of? How do they satisfy this requirement? How do the young of these birds gain an advantage over the young of other birds?

Order, family, common and species name Why could these birds be considered pests? Why might you see one of these birds lying on the ground with its wings spread? What adaptation does this bird have that helps it eat larger seeds?

Order, family, common and species name Describe this bird’s habitat Where does this bird place its nests? How do flocks of these birds feed?

Order, family, common and species name Describe this bird’s nest How does this bird feed? What instrument does this bird’s call sound like…

Order, family, common and species name How many mates does a typical male have? What is this trait called? How does this bird interact with other members of its species and similar birds during fall and winter? In what habitat do these birds breed? What does this bird’s male song sound like?