Birds

Time for the yearly bird count!!

Parts of a Bird…

• Can you name them???

Parts Cont…

WingsDifferent shapes for different trips.

Wings

1. Long wing feathers are made to allow a bird to travel long distances.Ex. Birds who migrate

2. Short wing feathers are made for birds who live in wooded areas to allow them to move and turn quickly.

Ex. peasants

Wings

3. All birds have wings, but not all birds fly!!

BeakFor more than just eating???

Beaks

• Meat eaters have sharp pointed beaks for ripping and shredding.

Beaks

• Flat beaks are form vegetarian birds like ducks and ostriches.

Beaks

• Long, narrow beaks are for collecting nectar (food) from flowers.

Beaks

• Small, curved beaks are used to crack nuts.

FeetAll different feet for all different walks.

Bird Feet

• Long legs with small, skinny legs are made for wading in shallow water.

Bird Feet

• Curved feet are made for birds who mostly live in trees.

Bird Feet

• Birds with flat feet spend most of their time on land.

Bird Feet

• Webbed feet are made for water birds.

Bird Feet

• Meat eaters often have a talon (sharp nail).

FeathersEach feather has a special job!

Feathers

1. Primary Feathers- found on the wings and used for moving forward.

2. Tail Feathers- found on the back of the bird and help the bird steer or stop.

Feathers

3. Ducks have feathers that actually repel water. In other words they act like a rain coat.

ColorSome birds use color to attract the females.

Now you try!Look at the picture above. Name two adaptations that have a special function (job) for that bird. Explain how they help the bird.

Now you try!Look at the picture above. Name two adaptations that have a special function (job) for that bird. Explain how they help the bird.

Now you try!Look at the picture above. Name two adaptations that have a special function (job) for that bird. Explain how they help the bird.

Now you try!Look at the picture above. Name two adaptations that have a special function (job) for that bird. Explain how they help the bird.