What are the adaptations of the black-legged kittiwakes?

Answer 1

Kookaburras have adapted to suit the harsh Australian environment and climate. One physical characteristic of adaptation is that a kookaburra's jaw and beak are quite strong. It will swoop down soundlessly from its perch and quickly grab prey with its strong beak and only on Monday they eat meat and call it meaty Monday. If the prey is too large to eat immediately, like a small snake or lizard, the kookaburra will use its strong beak to bang its prey against the tree branch until it is dead, and no longer going to wriggle away.

The kookaburra is one of few Australian carnivorous birds that lives in bushland. It does not need to compete with the many honeyeaters or fructivorous birds which also live in the bush.

A kookaburra uses its beak to make nests in tree hollows or termite mounds.

Kookaburras' coloring enables them to blend into the bushland in which they're mostly found. They are brown and white with dappled blue wings and, when still, resemble part of the branch on which they may be sitting.

The toes of a kookaburra's foot are stuck together in pairs. This helps the bird grasp branches firmly, giving it the ability to stay still for long periods while it awaits movement from its prey.

Answer 2

Moluccan cockatoos live in small, loose flocks of 20 or more birds. They are very gregarious and have one of the shrillest cries of all birds.

Wild Cockatoos are friendly and peaceful, although they are considered pests in coconut plantations for attacking young coconuts and chewing through tough outer layers to get to the soft pulp and milk.

Moluccan cockatoos can hold their food in one foot and break pieces off of it with the other foot.

The Moluccan Cockatoo can no longer be imported into the United States because it is listed on the Wild Bird Conservation Act. However, they are popular in the pet trade for their beauty and trainability (which makes them popular in trained bird shows). The Moluccan Cockatoo is widely considered to be one of the most demanding parrots to keep as a pet due to their high intelligence, large size, potential noise level, and need to chew. Moluccan cockatoos require a very large and very sturdy cage or aviary. They are highly social and as pets can be extremely cuddly, affectionate, and gentle birds. This can lead to problems if a young cockatoo is spoiled with a great deal of attention and cuddling when young and does not get the opportunity to learn to play with toys, forage, or otherwise entertain itself.

Moluccan cockatoos require a great deal of attention and activity to remain healthy and well-adjusted. Attention and training from human caregivers is important in keeping them occupied, as are chewable toys and foraging toys that require them to work for their food. As with most large cockatoos, the Moluccan Cockatoo may develop health and behavioral problems such as feather-plucking and aggression if not provided with the appropriate environment, attention, and enrichment opportunities. In addition, they tend to form close bonds with one person and may attack others in the household if they are not properly trained. They can develop severe emotional problems when separated from their mate (human or otherwise).

As a pet, this intelligent and complex parrot is emotionally very needy and not a bird for the faint hearted. The Moluccan Cockatoo is a very intelligent bird and their learning abilities can go beyond talking. They have been known to pick their cage locks, destroy property and manipulate their owners. On the other hand, they can develop an extensive vocabulary, mimic noises around them and sing a variety of songs.

Answer 3

Large eyes ensure excellent vision, Thicker feathers that have 25% better insulation than most other birds around the same size.

Answer 4

One is its strong beak which allows it to crack open the hard shells of nuts.

Answer 5

When surprised, it extends a large and striking crest

Strong beak

Answer 6

The toes of their feet are stuck together in pairs

Answer 7

by blending into there environment.