Crouch

Crouching, alternatively known as Ducking,  is a basic ability that Banjo can use in both Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie. It has little purpose other than how it puts Banjo into a position that allows for him and Kazooie to perform more advanced moves, such as Flap Flip or Beak Barge. In both games, Banjo can crouch if the player presses, and they can rotate the to change the direction that Banjo faces.

Profiles

 * Banjo-Kazooie Nintendo Player's Guide (page 8): "Though not an effective defensive maneuver, ducking by hitting the Z Button will help Banjo get into position for more advanced moves."
 * Banjo-Tooie Nintendo Player's Guide (page 6): "Ducking will usually be just a prelude to other moves, such as having Kazooie shoot an egg or perform the Flap Flip jump. Press Z to try it out."