Why Flamingos Stand on One Leg
  • 1. Why do flamingos often stand on one leg?
A) To sleep better
B) To look taller
C) To show off to other birds
D) To conserve body heat
  • 2. How do flamingos conserve energy while standing on one leg?
A) Tensing their muscles constantly
B) Using a locking mechanism in their joints
C) Resting completely on the ground
D) Keeping the other leg flexed
  • 3. What is a common habitat for flamingos?
A) Dense forests
B) Deserts
C) Shallow lakes and lagoons
D) Mountainous regions
  • 4. What color are adult flamingos primarily known for?
A) Pink
B) Yellow
C) Green
D) Blue
  • 5. What does the pink color of flamingos come from?
A) Sunlight exposure
B) Genetic mutations
C) Their environment
D) Carotenoid pigments in their diet
  • 6. Flamingos are primarily what type of feeders?
A) Herbivores
B) Filter feeders
C) Scavengers
D) Carnivores
  • 7. What is the typical height range of an adult flamingo?
A) 6 to 7 feet
B) 3 to 5 feet
C) 8 to 10 feet
D) 1 to 2 feet
  • 8. Which factor influences the flock size of flamingos?
A) Color of their feathers
B) Food availability
C) Weather conditions only
D) Male-female ratios
  • 9. What is a key threat to flamingo populations?
A) Habitat loss
B) Excessive mating
C) Overpopulation
D) Natural predators
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