Birds and Insects of the Rainforest

1
Birds and Insectsof the Rainforest
2
Introduction

• The rainforest provides birds and insects with a
  rich source of food.
• Scientists believe that there are many
  undiscovered species also living in the
  rainforest.

3
WHAT IS A BIRD ?

• A bird is an animal with two wings, feathers and
  two legs and a head with a beak.

4
The Australian king parrot

• Lives in North Queensland in the Australian
  Rainforests
• Eats seeds and leaves.
• They grow to at least 42cm
• Eats by holding large fruit with left foot and
  tearing with its beak.

5
Toucans

• The Toucan owns one of the biggest beaks in the
  world.
• So far there are 40 kinds discovered .
• They have a very large and brightly coloured
  bill. They eat insects, small reptiles and chicks
  eggs. They mostly feed on fruits.

6
What is an insect?

• An insect is an animal with six or more legs and
  a body divided into three parts.

7
The Giant Tiger Centipede

• Is one of the smallest predators on the forest
  floor.
• They hunt their prey by biting them.
• They can grow up to 25cm long.
• They survive by hunting and eating mice and
  lizards.

8
Termites

• There are hundreds of different types of
  termites.
• They are vegetarians.
• Live in colonies which are ruled by the queen.
• Mainly live underground
• or hidden in deadwood.

9
South AmericanCATERPILLAR.

• Looks like a guinea pig. Nick name - Fire
  Beast.
• Are very DANGEROUS.
• IF you touch there spines you can get severe
  headaches and damage to skin.

10
Thank You for Listening

• We hope you enjoyed our presentation about birds
  and insects of the rainforest.