Amazing Animals: Toxic Birds
Learn how 10 poisonous birds use toxic defenses.
Krystal Smith
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(136)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Most people are familiar with poison dart frogs. Less people are familiar with poisonous birds. These birds have been reported throughout history but only recently in the scientific literature. Here's what we know about the world of poisonous birds. In this one-time class, students will learn all about toxic birds. By the end of class, students will know: - the difference between two toxins: poison and venom - 10 birds that are poisonous - what makes the birds toxic - how toxins are used - their effect on humans This one-time class is lecture-based with the aid of slides and pictures.
Other Details
Supply List
A one-page summary of toxic birds will be available to download after enrollment.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Source material:
Yeung KA, Chai PR, Russell BL, Erickson TB. Avian Toxins and Poisoning Mechanisms. J Med Toxicol. 2022 Apr 26. doi: 10.1007/s13181-022-00891-6. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35474563.
Joined June, 2020
4.9
136reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Science from West Texas A&M University
Dear Parents,
I am looking forward to teaching your students about animals and science! I graduated with a Master's Degree in Science in 2019, with a focus on wildlife biology. I have taught Ornithology for 6 years. My passions are wildlife conservation and education, and of course birding!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$16
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 87 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-10 learners per class
