The birds digestive system

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The birds digestive system

• A Zoe Schorr Project

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The process of digestion is long and confusing,
and includes a lot of different organs
Digestion starts At the beak and Ends at the
vent Of a bird.
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• The bird has a complex digestive system that
  is much different than the human digestive
  system

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Your Map
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The Mouth
Quickies

• The mouth is where it all starts
• The mouth is where seeds are un-husked and
  swallowed
• The mouth is protected by a beak

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The Crop
Quickies

• Its like over-flow parking for the stomach
• Stores food to regurgitate
• Regurgitation is feeding the birds partner NOT
  puking

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The Stomach

• Birds have a two part stomach with a glandular
  portion and a muscular portion
• The stomach breaks down the seeds

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The Intestines

• Final break down and absorption of food happens
  in the intestines
• The shape and color of the intestines vary from
  species to species

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The End of The Ride
Give your friend a pat on the back

• This is only a briefing of all the parts of the
  bird.
• If your really that interested you can find out
  more at your local bookstore.