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What is the crows nest used for on a ship?
There are two possibilities:A crows nest can be the nest of a species of bird called a crow. These are big twiggy nests built in the tops of trees and as crows like to nest together, clusters of nests form which are called a "rookery". Rookeries are very noisy in the breeding season.The term "crow's nest" is also the name given the to platform at the top of the main mast of a ship. In the early designs it was simply a barrel or a basket lashed to the tallest mast. Later it became a specially designed platform with protective railing.
What is a nest of crows?
crows build nests in places where they feel safe from possible predators, e.g up in a high tree or in a hedge. :) The term 'crow's nest' is also used when referring to the fixed lookout point at the top of the mast of a sailing vessel.
Were was the crows nest on the titanic and what was it used for?
It was located on the foremast, above and behind the bridge. It was used to look out for collision hazards. Being higher up, the crewman on lookout in the crow's nest would have a better view. There was no radar in those days, and even radar did not save the liner Andrea Doria from sinking after colliding with a cargo ship in 1956. Modern ships with radar still have a crow's nest as a backup in case of systems failure. On a frigate patrolling dangerous waters, a crewman with a shoulder-launched missile may be posted in the crow's nest because....even if they call it something different today.....the concept of a crow's nest is still valid.
What do you call the place where crows live?
Crows are cosmopolitan and can be found on almost every continent now days except in polar regions. They are extremely adaptable and have become invasive in many parts of the world (by competing with local birds). They live in nests and scavenge for food.
Is the address of Australia's funniest home videos locked bag 999 crows nest?
Yes, the address for Australia's Funniest Home Videos is often listed as Locked Bag 999, Crows Nest, NSW 1585, Australia. This is a postal address used for submissions and correspondence related to the show. Always check the official website or contact them directly for the most accurate and current information.
Why are crows nests called crows nests?
Becasue a long time ago they used to carry crows on board with them so when they couldn't see the land they would send out the crow and follow it because a crow's natural instinct is to fly towards land. They would keep the crow in its cage high up on the mast and the crow would make its nest in the cage; therefore, the name crow's nest was born.
How many Tudor explorers survived?
Forensic scientists, more used to working with murder victims, have recreated the faces of seven of the about 500 men who died when the ship sank in 1545.
What did mice get stuffed with in Tudor time?
in Tudor times mice used to get stuffed with crumbs that the people used to leave
What is the specialty of crows nest?
A crow's nest is a structure in the upper part of the main mast of a ship or structure, that is used as a lookout point.This position ensured the best view of the approaching hazards, other ships or land. It was the best device for this purpose until the invention of radar.In early ships it was simply a barrel or a basket lashed to the tallest mast. Later it became a specially designed platform with protective railing. The barrel crow's nest was invented in 1807 by the Arctic explorer William Scoresby Sr. A statue in Whitby, North Yorkshire commemorates the event.It should not be confused with the top, the platform in the upper part of each mast of asquare-rigged sailing ship.Sometimes the term is used metaphorically in reference to topmost structures in buildings,towers, etc.Since the crow's nest is a point far away from the ship's centre of mass, any small movement of the ship is amplified and could lead to severe seasickness, even in accustomed sailors. Therefore, being sent to the crow's nest was also considered a punishment.[1] Spanish "carajo" curse is derived from punitive usage of crow's nest named as such in Spanish.[2]A caboose with a crow's nestIn classic railroad trains, the box-like structure above the caboose, the cupola, was also called the crow's nest. It served for observation of the whole train when in motion. [3]In hunting a crow's nest is a blind -like structure where a hunter or a pair of hunters commit themselves to stalking game. Crow's nest is not a normal type, purchaseable blind, but it is an improvised position, built by using locally discovered natural flora (tree branches, moss, snow (during winter) or sand (during summer) etc.) Crows nest works in most environments and provides a good look out point (hence the name) when built in elevated position (hillside, or top of the hill).
What group of animals is called a coven?
Crows- either a Murder of Crows or a Coven of Crows.
What is the collective noun for crows?
The standard collective nouns for crows are:a horde of crowsa hover of crowsa murder of crowsa muster of crowsa parcel of crows
What is a Tudor?
the spit is something that the tudors used to cook there food the spit was usually given to a tudor child you really wouldn't want to be a child in tudor times
