Weekly Bird Fact
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All ducks belong to the family Anatidae, but how they are divided afterwards is debated anywhere from 2-5 subfamilies
The majority of birds have 4 toes that are arranged differently depending on the species and how it stands, walks, runs, or catches food. Some birds have only 3 toes and the Ostrich is the only species of bird with 2 toes. #birds
In many bird species, the female and male share parenting duties. In some species, the female does all parenting duties including nest building, incubation, defense, and non-stop feeding #birds #MothersDay
The filming site for Ahch-to in Star Wars XIII: The Last Jedi was on Skellig Michael, a rocky island off Southern Ireland. There were so many Atlantic Puffins nesting there that they couldn't be digitally removed, so they became the famous porgs. #MayThe4thBeWithYou #birds
The past time of bird watching stemmed from collectors in England who would hunt birds for their nests, eggs, and skins. In the 1900s the past time became less dangerous for birds as more people moved towards observation over collection #birdwatching #birds #conservation
Bird egg colors come from the blood of the mother bird: biliverdin makes blue and green eggs, protoporphyrin makes red and brown eggs. Speckling comes from drops of blood deposited onto the shell as it is being laid. #eggpainting #egghunt #birds #Easter
Most green-feathered birds get their color from reflecting green light or a mix of yellow pigments mixed with reflected blue light. Turacos, however, get their olive green colors from the natural pigment turacoverdin derived from copper in their diet. #birds #StPatricksDay
Ostriches are the fastest running birds with a top speed of 45 mph (80 kph). Their feet are specially adapted with only 2 toes to reduce surface area while increasing speed, balance, & energy efficiency similar to the hooves of horses #worldostrichday #ostrich #birds
Bird feet act as radiators to help reduce body heat. Penguin feet are the best at this since their amazing foot circulation allows them to stand on ice and snow without getting frostbitten feet #PenguinAwarenessDay #birds #staywarm
Bird feathers are great for insulation. The fluffy downy feathers and edges of contour feathers trap in heat, and birds can fluff out their feathers to add in more warm air. #birds #staywarm
Some birds like owls and ptarmigan have feathered toes to help keep their feet warm in winter #snowshoes #birds
The Wild Turkey is the largest species of Galliforme bird which is the order of birds that includes chickens, pheasants, and grouse. It is found in all of the lower 48 states and prefers habitat in or around forests. #HappyThanksgiving #turkeyday #birds
Zone-tailed Hawks resemble Turkey Vultures when they fly. They will even soar with vultures to further their disguise. It's not fully understood why they mimic Turkey Vultures, but it could be to fool prey that a harmless scavenger is overhead #Halloween #trickortreat #birds
The Egyptian Vulture is one of the handful of birds that can use tools. They are able to break into tough ostrich eggs by using a rock to crack open the shell. They grab a rock with their beak and throw it into the egg. #birds #vultures2019 #birdbrains
One of the biggest causes of songbird mortality is from domestic cats. Keeping house cats inside or monitoring them when they are outside could help lessen attacks on birds. #birds #keepcatsindoors
This recent report warns of ecological problems to come. m.facebook.com/story.php?stor…
Often, bird species that have wide ranges have different dialects depending on the area they are found. For example, for birds found across the US, Eastern birds sound different from Western birds. #birds
Sharks and birds can sometimes work together to eat fish. With giant schools of bait fish (herring, sardines, etc.), sharks and other aquatic predators attack the school from the water while marine birds attack from above. #SharkWeek #birds
During the summer, birds may be scarcer at feeders. This is because most songbirds switch to eating bugs to feed their young. Once the babies fledge, the adults will bring them to feeders.
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