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No. Birds do not have hair. All birds have a body covering of feathers.
These feathers may be different in structure, depending on the species, but having a body covering of feathers is one of the defining characteristics of birds.
In some birds, such as kiwi, the shaggy feathers may take on the appearance of hair, but hair is a trait unique to mammals. Birds may also have rictal bristles, which are hairlike feathers that occur mostly around the base of the bill, nostrils and eyes. The rictal bristles around the eyes act as eyelashed, to protect birds from dust. Similarly, the nose bristles filter dust from the air, rather like the nose hairs of some mammals.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoYes, birds shed feathers. It is the process called moulting, and usually happens more regularly once birds reach adulthood.
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Why do turtles shed?
They have to shed to grow larger, just like insects and snakes
Do birds shed their feathers every year?
Yes. Some types of birds (like ducks) moult all their feathers at once and so have a period when they cannot fly. Other change one or more feathers at a time and can always fly.
What animal has thick feathers?
basically any bird has thick feathers.
What do birds have that no other animals have?
All birds have feathers and birds are the only animals that do!
Do birds have wax on their body?
no they have feathers
Are birds sacrificed to make an Indian dream catcher?
No, it is not necessary to kill any bird to make a dream catcher. Birds naturally molt (shed) their feathers, which can then be used for crafts. These days, many crafters purchase beautiful feathers from catalogs and art supply stores.
Are there any birds without any feathers?
yes infact the penguin doesn't have feathers But they do. All birds have feathers of some sort.
Why do turtles shed?
They have to shed to grow larger, just like insects and snakes
Do birds shed their feathers every year?
Yes. Some types of birds (like ducks) moult all their feathers at once and so have a period when they cannot fly. Other change one or more feathers at a time and can always fly.
What does it mean to find a gray feather?
Nothing, birds shed old feathers regulary to maintain their plumage. That is all.
What animal has thick feathers?
basically any bird has thick feathers.
What do birds have that no other animals have?
All birds have feathers and birds are the only animals that do!
What type of body cover does a blue jay have?
As with other birds, the wing of a blue jay is covered in feathers.
Is it normal for a bird to shed?
Haha yes. It's called molting. They do it often so they can get new feathers. ALL birds do it. Have a nice day!
Does Kangaroos have feathers?
No. Only birds have feathers. Kangaroos are mammals, not 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
