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Birds (Aves)

Birds (Aves) are warm-blooded vertebrates characterized by feathers, beaks, and a high metabolic rate, with most species capable of flight. They lay hard-shelled eggs and possess a unique skeletal structure that includes hollow bones, facilitating their aerial adaptations.

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Birds, or Aves, are a diverse group of warm-blooded vertebrates known for their feathers, beaks, and ability to lay eggs. They play crucial roles in ecosystems, such as pollination and pest control, and exhibit fascinating behaviors like migration and nesting. With over 10,000 species, birds adapt t...

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Key Terms

Aves
The class of animals that includes all birds.

Example: Penguins are part of the Aves class.

Feathers
The unique covering of birds that aids in flight and insulation.

Example: Birds have different types of feathers for various functions.

Migration
The seasonal movement of birds from one region to another.

Example: Swallows migrate south for the winter.

Nesting
The process of building a home for eggs and young birds.

Example: Robins build nests in trees.

Beak
The hard, pointed structure birds use for eating and grooming.

Example: Hummingbirds have long beaks for sipping nectar.

Ecosystem
A community of living organisms and their environment.

Example: Birds play a key role in their ecosystems.

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Mammals
Study of warm-blooded vertebrates with fur or hair, including their adaptations.
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Reptiles
Exploration of cold-blooded vertebrates with scales, their habitats, and behaviors.
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Ecosystems
Understanding the interactions between living organisms and their environments.
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Key Concepts

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