Structure and Function: Hummingbird Tongue

A hummingbird drinking nectar out of a flower.

The hummingbird has a forked tongue that is lined with hair-like extensions. Its design is especially useful for drinking nectar from flowers.

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  • Structure and Function: Hummingbird Tongue

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    PBS Learning Media
    Length:
    5 minutes