About this episode
Why would a bird pretend to be hurt? Meet the clever killdeer—a ground-nesting bird with amazing tricks to protect its eggs! Discover how it uses camouflage, fake injuries, and even scent-hiding strategies. Plus, learn what the Bible says about truth and being genuine.Here’s our trail map:What Is a Killdeer?Why Would a Bird Build a Nest on the Ground?What Is the Killdeer’s Broken Wing Act?Why Does a Killdeer Chick Leave Its Nest Right Away?How Can We Recognize Tricks From Truth?Episode Links:Explore the Answers Bible Curriculum by Answers in Genesis: AnswersBookstore.com/bibleExplore Apologia’s Live Classes: https://www.apologia.com/live-classesExplore Apologia’s Self-paced Classes: https://www.apologia.com/self-pacedExplore Apologia’s award-winning science curriculum for grades k-12: https://www.apologia.com/subject/science/Order Eryn’s book: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videosGet full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/clubFree Killdeer Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/killdeer-bird-facts/Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/askOrder Eryn's book, Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615Scriptures Referenced in This Episode:“So you must stop telling lies. Tell each other the truth, because we all belong to each other in the same body.” Ephesians 4:25 (NCV)“Your love must be real (genuine). Hate what is evil, and hold on to what is good.” Romans 12:9 (NCV)“But people who are evil
