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Ostrich wings are considered vestigial because they have lost their primary function of flight due to the bird's evolution to be a flightless species. Instead of aiding in flying, ostrich wings are now primarily used for balance while running and for displays during mating rituals. The reduction in wing size reflects adaptations to their terrestrial lifestyle, where their strong legs are more critical for survival.
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What are the wings found on an ostrich known as?
vestigial structures.
What is an example of vestigial structure?
ostrich wings, or the appendix in humans
Is an example of vestigial structure?
ostrich wings, or the appendix in humans
What kind of birds are called ratites?
Running birds are called ratites . They have vestigial wings as Ostrich .
What type of wings does a kiwi bird have?
Vestigial wings.
What is a ostrich wings?
An ostrich cannot fly but still has wings used primarily for courtship display and balance when it runs.
Why does an ostrich have wings?
because its a bird
Does ostrich have an ability to fly?
No it doesn't. Although the ostrich has wings, it's body is too heavy and it's wings too small.
Certain flightless beetles have wings that have no function The wings are an example of which type of structure?
vestigial structures
Do all wings work?
The ostrich has wings, but they don't use them to fly.
Does kebechet have wings?
It is possible she could have wings; her symbols were the snake and the ostrich.
What is a penguins vestigial structure?
A penguin's vestigial structure is its wings. Penguins have evolved to be flightless, so their wings are no longer used for flying. Instead, they have adapted to use their wings for swimming in the water.
