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Humming bird: the helicopter of the bird world with a very dexterous tongue!

Humming bird: the helicopter of the bird world with a very dexterous tongue!

Update: 2025-06-25
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In this episode we talk about the only bird that can fly backwards. Yes the hummingbird!


Find out just how fast those wings have to beat so they can hover, why they’re really rather intelligent and just how small the smallest bird on earth is.


If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head to www.blackandwhitebookproject.com/blogs/blog/the-wild-walk-of-fame-bookcase


And if you have a favourite animal you’d like me to feature or an awesome animal fact to share get a grown up to help you send me a message on social media at @the_wildscoop on Instagram or on email at hello@blackandwhitebookproject.com


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The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal to share lots of facts about, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way.


Find out more at www.blackandwhitebookproject.com

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Humming bird: the helicopter of the bird world with a very dexterous tongue!

Humming bird: the helicopter of the bird world with a very dexterous tongue!

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