Do you wonder how scientists study wild animals?
Read and find out.
Scientists learn by studying animals. They make the studies harmless.
Studies can rely on closeness. But wild animals do not like humans to get
close. So how can scientists study animals like penguins? One harmless way is
use robots.
Scientists dressed a robot to look like a baby penguin. The
penguins got fooled by the likeness. The birds did not change how they acted.
The robot had a spy cam. It took photos and films. The scientists learned a
lot. And the robot did not mind the icy coldness!
Activities:
1. Discuss with your partners about how scientists study animals
by robots.
2. Are you interested in robots? Watch the video to learn more about them.
