1. Extreme Beaks! A look at some adaptations that help birds get the food they need. A Windows to the Universe presentation to accompany the Adaptation Investigation activity

2. Toucan The toucan's beak is adapted to grab and crush fruit and nuts. It is strong like a nutcracker.

3. Hummingbird A hummingbirds long thin beak can get to the nectar in flowers.

4. Pelican The pelicans beak is adapted to scoop up fish to eat. (Only in cartoons do they use their beaks to transport fish to safety!)

5. Woodpecker The woodpeckers chisel-like beak allows it to drill holes in trees and eat the insects within.