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Which bird feathers provide insulation?
The natural insulator that birds and mammals have is fat. Feathers and fur may also act as insulation, as a sheep's wool acts.
Does a duck have fur?
yes they do
What is the fur on a coyote for?
The fur of a coyote provides warmth, insulation, protection, and camouflage.
Do birds and raccoons have fur to keep them warm?
raccoons have fur but birds don't because they aren't mammals. They use feathers for insulation.
Do a black panther have fur feathers or skin?
A black panther has fur, which is typically black due to a genetic variation known as melanism. This fur is short and dense, providing protection and insulation. Unlike birds, black panthers do not have feathers or scales; they are mammals and have skin covered with fur.
Does a cormorant have fur feathers or scales?
A cormorant has feathers, not fur or scales. These feathers are specialized for diving and swimming, providing insulation and waterproofing. Feathers help cormorants regulate their body temperature and stay buoyant in the water.
Do they have fur feathers or wings?
they do not have feathers fur or wings
What is the fur on a chick called and why?
The fur on a chick is called "down." Down feathers are soft, fluffy, and provide insulation to keep chicks warm during their early stages of life. Unlike contour feathers, which are the outer feathers that give birds their shape, down feathers are designed to trap heat and help regulate body temperature.
Does a gannet have fur or feathers?
No they don't have fins, feathers or fur.
Do Eagles have fur?
Eagles do not have fur. Eagles have feathers.
Why. Do all. Animals. Not. Have. Same. Body. Feathers?
Animals have different body coverings, such as feathers, fur, scales, or skin, due to evolutionary adaptations to their environments. These adaptations help with insulation, protection, camouflage, and locomotion. For example, birds developed feathers for flight and insulation, while mammals evolved fur for warmth and protection. The diversity in body coverings reflects the variety of ecological niches and survival strategies found in the animal kingdom.
Why have birds feathers and not fur?
birds have feathers and not fur because fur is heavier than feathers and would restrict them from being able to fly
