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Ah, feathers. A beautiful thing, they are. They provide insulation by heat by trapping heat. If a bird is cold, it will generally fluff up it's feathers in order to capture heat. If it's cold, it'll slick them down to get rid of excess heat.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agothe feathers trap the heat inside and insulate the whole bird.
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∙ 13y agogoose feathers - also known as down.
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∙ 14y agoup feathers are needed for warmth
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∙ 11y agofeathers!
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Why do birds have different types of feathers?
Because all birds live in different environments and weather conditions. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Birds feathers have evolved to serve a number of purposes, the most important of which are warmth and flight. The feathers need for warmth have to be small, soft and fluffy while the feathers needed for flight have to be large, strong and sleek.
What does the penguin uses the feathers for?
For warmth.
What does a bird use its feathers for?
for flying and warmth
How does the snowy owl adapt to it's environment?
thick feathers for warmth and white feathers for camouflage
What functions do hair and feathers provide?
It Provides warmth..and allows the bird to fly
What are the two types of feathers?
Countour feathers and down feathers
What is role of fat?
It is needed for warmth. :)
What two things do feathers provide for birds?
protection and warmth at night, and the ability to fly
What are the different types of feather in chicken?
contour feathers,flight feathers,primary feathers and secondary feathers
Why do parrots bury their head in their feathers?
I believe that they do this simply to keep warmth on their bodies while they are sleeping.
What condition's are needed for germination?
water oxegon and warmth
What is needed for germination?
warmth and moisture is needed, so are the right air and light conditions
