BIRDS
May 05, 2022
2 minutes
How are birds’ bodies designed for flight?
irds have evolved many features to make flight possible. The skeleton is strong but light, with a large breastbone to support powerful muscles for flapping wings up and down. The wings themselves are curved on top, flatter beneath – air travels faster over the upper surface, producing lift. The long tail helps with direction and balance,
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