Bird Migration and Cheyenne Bottoms

The video explores the epic annual migrations of birds across the Great Plains, focusing on their journey from the northern states and Canada to the Gulf of Mexico and back. A key stopover for these migrating birds is Cheyenne Bottoms in Kansas, the largest inland marsh in the U.S., which hosts hundreds of species, including ducks and pelicans. Nearly half of all North American shorebirds visit this marsh annually, highlighting its ecological significance.

What is the primary route taken by birds during their annual migration in autumn?

• From the eastern coast to the western coast

• From the Gulf of Mexico to the Arctic

• From the northern states and Canada to the Gulf of Mexico

• From the southern states to the northern states

What is the significance of Cheyenne Bottoms in Kansas for migrating birds?

• It is a major stopover for migrating birds

• It is the smallest marsh in the United States

• It is a breeding ground for all bird species

• It is a winter habitat for tropical birds

How many different kinds of ducks are known to gather at Cheyenne Bottoms?

• 50

• 35

• 27

• 15

Which bird species are known to stop at Cheyenne Bottoms during their long flights?

• Sparrows

• Pelicans

• Owls

• Eagles

What proportion of North American shorebirds visit Cheyenne Bottoms annually?

• Nearly all

• Nearly half

• Nearly a third

• Nearly a quarter