Wild Budgerigars in the Desert
In Wild Budgerigars in the Desert, narrator Sir David Attenborough reveals how well the wild budgerigars have adapted to living in the desert. They fly in flocks to keep themselves safe from predatory birds. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Seven Worlds, One Planet, a series featuring remarkable animal behavior from all seven continents.
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Q: What advantage do the wild budgies have over other animals when it comes to getting water?
A: They are able to fly a great distance to the water rather than waiting for it to come to them.
Q: How do the budgies protect themselves against predators like the hawk?
A: They all take to flight at the same time making it hard for the hawk to lock in on any one bird.
Q: Which of the budgies are the most vulnerable?
A: The ones that are the last to leave the water are the most vulnerable.
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