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What is a characteristic feature of parrots?
What is a characteristic feature of parrots?
- Long neck
- Strong curved beak (correct)
- Sharp talons
- Large wingspan
Where are the majority of parrot species found?
Where are the majority of parrot species found?
- Tropical and subtropical regions (correct)
- Desert regions
- Polar regions
- Temperate regions
Which family of parrots includes cockatoos?
Which family of parrots includes cockatoos?
- Psittaculidae
- Cacatuoidea (correct)
- Psittacidae
- Strigopidae
Where is the greatest diversity of parrots found?
Where is the greatest diversity of parrots found?
What enhances the popularity of parrots as pets?
What enhances the popularity of parrots as pets?
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Parrot Beak
Parrot Beak
A strong, curved beak adapted for cracking nuts and seeds.
Parrot Habitat
Parrot Habitat
Tropical and subtropical regions, especially South America and Australasia.
Cockatoo Family
Cockatoo Family
Cacatuoidea; distinguished by their crests and powder down.
Parrot Diversity Hotspots
Parrot Diversity Hotspots
South America and Australasia; these regions have the most parrot species.
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Parrot Speech Imitation
Parrot Speech Imitation
Parrots possess the ability to imitate human speech.
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Characteristics of Parrots
- One characteristic feature of parrots is their ability to mimic human speech and other sounds.
Distribution of Parrots
- The majority of parrot species are found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Classification of Parrots
- The family of parrots that includes cockatoos is Cacatuidae.
Diversity of Parrots
- The greatest diversity of parrots is found in the Amazon rainforest and the tropical regions of Indonesia.
Popularity of Parrots as Pets
- Their bright plumage, ability to mimic human speech, and intelligence enhance the popularity of parrots as pets.
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