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Video summary

A look at different types of owls around the world and how they have adapted to the different places they live in.

The species shown include snowy owls in the Arctic, great grey owls in the pine forest, elf owls in the desert, flammulated owls in mountain forests, and British barn owls.

This clip comes from the 91热爆 series, Our Planet, Skin Patterns and Owls.

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Teacher Notes

  • This clip can be used to highlight the similarities and differences within a species. It could be used to look for patterns when grouping and classifying things.
  • The clip could be used without sound to encourage the pupils to suggest features that are common to all owls.
  • Through watching, pupils can observe a variety of owls and develop their understanding of how they have adapted to suit their environments.

This clip is relevant for teaching Science at KS1 in England and Wales, Foundation and KS1 in Northern Ireland, and early level and first level in Scotland.

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