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Reptilian scales and bird feathers are made of the same substance; keratin. Bird feathers evolved from degenerated dinosaurian (coelurosaurian?) scales. The feathers were probably first used for insulation or were perhaps used en massealong the arms to form 'traps' for catching insects.
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What is the study of feathers?
The study of feathers is called pterylography. It focuses on the arrangement, structure, and growth of feathers on birds. Researchers use feathers to study aspects such as species identification, evolution, and health.
Are penguins birds or fish?
Penguins are birds. They have feathers and lay eggs.
Is feathers an adaptation related to flight in birds?
Yes, feathers are a key adaptation related to flight in birds. They are lightweight yet strong structures that provide lift and enable birds to fly. Feathers also play roles in insulation, camouflage, and display.
How do feathers help birds fly?
The flight feathers are the feathers located on the wings and tail. There are primary flight feathers that on the bird would be equivalent to our hand. A bird also has secondary flight feathers which when comparing to a human would be our forearm. If you unfold the wing of a bird you will see the flight feathers.
What animal has feet covered in feathers?
The feet of the Ptarmigan (Lagopus) are covered in feathers.See the related link listed below for more information:
What type of body cover does a blue jay have?
As with other birds, the wing of a blue jay is covered in feathers.
What animals have feathers but are not birds?
There are no animals that have feathers besides birds.
Does the kingfisher have feathers?
Yes. Kingfishers are birds, and all birds have feathers.
What are five birds that have feathers?
Pretty much all birds have feathers
Does Kangaroos have feathers?
No. Only birds have feathers. Kangaroos are mammals, not birds.
Do birds have wax on their body?
no they have feathers
Do cassowaries have fur or feathers?
Cassowaries are birds so, like all birds, they have feathers. Only mammals have fur.
Are most mammals covered with feathers?
Mammals are not covered with feathers. Mammals grow hair, but do not have to be covered with hair. Birds are covered with feathers.
Do birds have skin underneath the feathers?
NO!! because they have feathers
Are toucans covered with feathers?
Yes, especially because they are birds. :)
Why is birds covered in feathers and not in scales?
Cute question! Birds like to get high. Feathers allow birds to fly.
Why do kiwi have feathers?
Kiwi have feathers because they are birds. All birds have feathers, even though the nature of the feathers may differ from that of birds that fly.Kiwi have shaggy feathers which are densely packed, about 2.5cm thick, to keep them warm and dry.
