Wonderings in the Auckland Zoo
Why do flamingos stand on one leg?
Researchers from the US have uncovered that the iconic bird has a unique mechanism in their
legs that fixes together when straight meaning they don't have to expend any muscular energy.
legs that fixes together when straight meaning they don't have to expend any muscular energy.
Why do Zebras have stripes?
Some have suggested that the stripes may help zebras camouflage themselves and escape
from lions and other predators.
from lions and other predators.
Why are some pandas red?
It has been classified as a relative of the giant panda, and also of the raccoon, with which it
shares a ringed tail.
shares a ringed tail.
Why are Giraffes necks so tall? 
Most people assume that giraffes' long necks evolved to help them feed. If you have a long
neck, runs the argument, you can eat leaves on tall trees that your rivals can't reach.
neck, runs the argument, you can eat leaves on tall trees that your rivals can't reach.
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