Ornithology Homework

True or False: It is illegal to keep native species as pets.

There are nearly __________ species of birds.

True or False: The state of Texas has the greatest diversity of bird species in the United States.

Birds can be categorized:

Diverse species of birds live in various places by having which three basic needs met?

Why do birds migrate?

Texas is situated in the path of which two flyways for bird migration?

Birds cope with competition for food supplies by __________.   (select all that apply)

A hawk or owl may be ______ by a large group of birds to protect their nesting area.

The adult Killdeer uses which strategy to avoid predation of its young?

What are the advantages of colonial nesting?  (select all that apply)

Why is it important to keep your bird feeder clean?

What bird disease is caused by a fungus growing on damp feed in bird feeders?

How can birds inhabit environments with extreme climates?

What process do birds use to control their body temperature?

True or False: Birds serve as both predators and prey in an ecosystem.

What two additional roles do birds in an ecosystem?

What organization asks for public involvement for annual bird counts?