Birds… but chemistry.
What does compost have to do with eggs? How are birds basically doing chemistry experiments to make their colors? Why would a bird eat dirt… or rub ants all over itself?? This episode is a grab bag of wild, fascinating bird facts that connect back to chemistry you already know. No quiz, just vibes.

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00:00 Bird Chemistry Vibes
02:02 Compost Egg Incubators
02:58 Feather Colors Chemistry
06:20 Seeing Ultraviolet Light
08:11 Clay Eating Detox Trick
09:28 Hot Bodies Fast Reactions
14:23 Preening Oil Waterproofing
16:15 Rainy Day Birdwatching
16:44 Anting Bird Hygiene
19:17 Seabird Feather Sunscreen
20:14 More Bird Chemistry Ahead
20:41 Bird Phobia Banter
21:19 Documentary Media Swap
22:22 Mississippi Kite Swoops
28:19 Do Birds Recognize Faces
31:12 Photo IDs and Backyard Hawks
32:34 Chicken Show Family Lore
33:00 Wrap Up and Support

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