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Flamingos' Standing on One Leg
30:15 - 32:44 (02:28)
Researchers initially believed that flamingos stand on one leg for stability reasons, but they recently found that flamingos use a system for heat conservation in their legs that keeps them warm in the cold water.
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The reason why flamingos stand on one leg may not be what we initially thought.
30:15 - 32:14 (01:58)
Flamingos
Summary
The reason why flamingos stand on one leg may not be what we initially thought. Recent research suggests that it might actually help them conserve body heat in their bony little legs.
ChapterFlamingos' Standing on One Leg
EpisodeThe Glorious Flamingo
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The hosts discuss the phenomenon of flamingos appearing to lock their knees when standing on one leg and how humans can faint when doing the same thing for too long.
32:14 - 32:44 (00:30)
Flamingos
Summary
The hosts discuss the phenomenon of flamingos appearing to lock their knees when standing on one leg and how humans can faint when doing the same thing for too long.