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- 800 species of birdsRita's Outback Guide: Unique Australian animals
- 350 indigenous to AustraliaRita's Outback Guide: Unique Australian animals
- 200 waterbirdsRita's Outback Guide: Unique Australian animals
- At least 25 species extinctAustralian Government: Dept. of Environment, Water, Heritage & the Arts: Summary
- 32 species critically endangeredAustralian Government: Dept. of Environment, Water, Heritage & the Arts: Summary
- 41 species endangeredAustralian Government: Dept. of Environment, Water, Heritage & the Arts: Summary
- 82 species vulnerableAustralian Government: Dept. of Environment, Water, Heritage & the Arts: Summary
- 81 species near threatenedAustralian Government: Dept. of Environment, Water, Heritage & the Arts: Summary
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Australian birds have evolved in complete isolation for the last 55 million years and hence birds can be found there that can be seen no where else on earth. Much of the continent was covered in rain forests until 15 million years ago when large areas began to dry out, creating an environment that demanded evolution for survival and even more unique birds.Rita's Outback Guide: Unique Australian animals The oldest birds in Australia are parrots, cassowaries and emus originating during the era of Gondwana. Despite the visual similarity of the wrens and robins found in Australia, they are not genetically related to those found in the northern hemisphere.Rita's Outback Guide: Birdwatching
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Scientists consider birds to have developed from the dinosaur, 150 million years ago during the Jurassic Period. They have adapted over time for flight. Their feathers have evolved and adapted from reptile-like scales. Actual scales cover their feet. All birds lay eggs similar to those of reptiles.The Natural Science Museum Centre of the University of Naples: The Living Dinosaurs-
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Why do birds migrate ? 5 AnswersEven though the exact reason is not yet known, recent research suggests that the main reason is food security. Most birds migrate from areas that are support li... read more -
Which Indian tribes wear head dress symbolizing a bird? 1 AnswerThe plain indians wear head dress symbolizing a bird. The bird feathers signifies bravery and you can't just wear it, you have to earn it either in a battle or ... read more -
How does a volcanic eruption and ash affect birds? 1 AnswerWhen a bird flies near a volcano that erupt(ed) and breathes the ashes and stuff from the pyroclastic flow, the dirt will get into his lungs. After the stuff is... read more
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