More bird chemistry?!

About this episode

This episode explores fascinating bird facts that connect to chemistry, including compost's relation to eggs and birds' unique behaviors.

What does compost have to do with eggs? How are birds basically doing chemistry experiments to make their colors? Why would a bird eat dirt… or rub ants all over itself?? This episode is a grab bag of wild, fascinating bird facts that connect back to chemistry you already know. No quiz, just vibes.

Topics covered

• bird chemistry
• compost
• coloration
• animal behavior

Keywords

• chemistry experiments
• bird facts
• nature

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