Falcons of Yellowstone
Falcons—Hunters of precision
Whether speeding through the air to surprise another bird or hovering over a field searching for mice, falcons have developed some amazing adaptations for survival. Found on every continent except Antarctica, these birds have captured the imagination of millions of people across the globe. Using visual aids and a real, live falcon, this program will explore the adaptations of falcons such as vision and wing shape that make these charismatic birds not only amazing hunters, but some of the most sought-after hunting partners on the planet. This lesson meets Common Core Standards as well as national standards in science.
Additional resources
YouTube videos
- Yellowstone Animals and Their Habitat
- Yellowstone Super Volcano
- Amazing Animal Adaptations: About the Virtual Field Trip
- 360 Adventure Alpine Playlist
- 360 Adventure Plains Basin Playlist
- 360 Adventure Mountain Meadow Playlist
- 360 Adventure Mountain Forest Playlist
- Landscape Over Time Playlist
- Backyard Briefings Playlist
Falcons of Yellowstone
Grade Level: 2–6
Length: 45 minutes (35 of instruction & 5–10 for questions)
Learning Objectives:
- To explain the different adaptations of falcons
- To explain the role falcons play in their environment
- To encourage students to consider the effect their actions may have on nature