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Do any birds shed their feathers?

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.


What kind of bird black beak and mask green body long tail white ring around dark eyes red leg feathers?

The bird you are describing sounds like a Red-billed Quelea. Queleas are small songbirds found in Africa, known for their distinctive red bill and green body feathers. They often display a white eye-ring and red leg feathers.


What animal is furry and has huge with huge eyes?

The animal you are describing sounds like an owl. Owls are known for their furry feathers and large, striking eyes that help them see in the dark.


What is the body covering of a duck?

Ducks have a relatively thin skin covered with feathers. Since ducks are aquatic, they have preen glands with oil on the base of their tail; this oil is spread on the feathers to keep the duck dry while floating on the water.


How soon do baby ducks walk after birth?

Baby ducks are able to walk and move around within hours of hatching. They are precocial birds, which means they are born with their eyes open and covered in down feathers, allowing them to be mobile from the moment they hatch.

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Why is there a black circle around the color of your eyes?

The iris.


What are the spots on a peacock feathers called?

ocelli is the name for the eyes on the birds feathers it is rather called ocellious but the short form is ocelli


What is the physical description of a cardinal?

Cardinals have red feathers, a yellow beak, black claws, a black mask-like thing of feathers around their eyes, and... that's it.


How do you get rid of circle around your eyes in the morning?

put cold water on it


You have brown eyes and just noticed that you have a grey circle around your eyes and sometimes your eyes turn red from it?

A gay circle around the front of the eye (cornea) is usually called Arcus Senilis. This is caused by deposits of cholesterol. If you are under 40-50 years old, this usually indicates high cholesterol, so you should get your cholesterol checked. If you are in your 80's, then it's considered normal.


How any pairs of eyes on a peacock's feathers?

total eyes 80-200


How do you know if your lovebird is sleeping?

Two main clues: its eyes are closed and it may turn its head around, tucking it into the feathers on its back.


What is the muscle around the eyes called?

the extraocular


An adaptation for the peafowl?

the large "eyes" in the feathers scare preditors


What kind of bird has black markings around its eyes?

The bird with black markings around its eyes is called a common grackle.


What is the meaning of owl?

Any species of raptorial birds of the family Strigidae. They have large eyes and ears, and a conspicuous circle of feathers around each eye. They are mostly nocturnal in their habits., A variety of the domestic pigeon., To pry about; to prowl., To carry wool or sheep out of England., Hence, to carry on any contraband trade.


Do any birds shed their feathers?

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.