How Do Baby Birds Learn to Fly?

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Intro

Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. How do baby birds learn to fly?

The Big Idea

Baby birds are born without the ability to fly. They have to learn. Let's watch how they do it!

Flap in the Nest

Step one: flap in the nest. Young birds start by flapping their wings in the nest, which builds up their muscles. They can flap long before they can fly.

Hop and Fly

Step two: hop and fly. When the feathers are ready, the bird hops to a branch and then makes a short first flight. This is called fledging.

Parents Nearby

Step three: parents nearby. Parents often stay close and call. Birds practice a lot and get better with each try.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! The chick flaps in the nest. It hops to a branch. It makes a short flight. Its parents call nearby.

Quick Facts

Quick facts! A baby bird's first flight might last only a few seconds. Young birds flap long before they can fly. Parents stay close by and call. If you see a young bird on the ground, leave it alone, because its parents are probably near.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, think like a scientist! Watch a nest or feeder from a distance. Do not touch it or get close. Record how young birds move and flap their wings. Draw what you see. Tell a grown-up what you discover!

Outro

Baby birds learn to fly by flapping, hopping, and practicing a lot while their parents stay close. If you see a young bird on the ground, leave it alone! Science is amazing! What will you discover next? Next time you see this in real life, remember what you learned today and smile! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!