Albatross and Their Journey

The video explores the life of albatross in Hawaii, focusing on their unique adaptation to wind and sky. It highlights the challenges faced by albatross chicks as they learn to fly, with the constant threat of tiger sharks. The annual struggle for survival is depicted, showing how the presence of predators can motivate young birds to take flight.

What is the primary reason adult albatrosses return to land?

• To escape predators

• To rest

• To raise their chicks

• To find food

What is the wingspan of an adult albatross?

• Over seven feet

• Over six feet

• Over four feet

• Over five feet

What role do trade winds play for the albatross?

• They help them find food

• They keep them aloft

• They guide them to land

• They protect them from predators

What is the main challenge for albatross chicks as they grow?

• Avoiding predators

• Finding food

• Developing flight skills

• Building nests

What natural threat do young albatrosses face when they fail to fly?

• Heavy rain

• Strong winds

• Tiger sharks

• Eagles

What percentage of albatross young are consumed by tiger sharks in the colony?

• 20%

• 10%

• 5%

• 15%

How does the presence of tiger sharks affect the young albatrosses?

• It makes them hide

• It leads them to change their diet

• It inspires them to fly

• It causes them to migrate