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Unit-II
World of Nature
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Exotic Birds
Birds are unique creatures as they have the ability to fly. They have the special ability because they
have hollow bones. Birds often fly in groups which is a beautiful sight.
Read the descriptions and write the names of the rainforest birds using the Help Box.
It is a small species of birds and one of the world’s favourite birds living in
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most of the Atlantic region. ___________________________
It is one of the longest birds, stretching to a length of 3 feet from its head to tail.
2 When they accidentally eat a poisonous fruit, they eat a special type of clay
to get rid of the poison. _____________________________
It is a new world vulture found in Central and South America. This large bird
3 of prey has a bold head and grey to black ruff._______________________
It is a big powerful and flightless bird found in the northern Queensland. It is
4 similar to the Emu and Ostrich in appearance. ________________
It is a chicken-sized bird that looks like a peacock without a tail. An adult
5 produces an offensive odour that drives enemies away. Hence, it is also
called the ‘stink bird’._______________________
It is one of the smallest birds in the world. It has a maximum size of only two
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inches, half of which is its tail and beak. _____________________________
Help Box Quiz
Quiz Time!Time!
King Vulture, Hoatzin, Scarlet Macaw, Cassowary, What is the national bird of India?
Hummingbird, Atlantic Puffin ________________
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