Question

Bats can fly with the help of a specific structure, known as patagium, which is

• A. a thin fold of skin between their fore legs and hind legs.
• B. a modification of hind legs into wings.
• C. a tail covered with feathers.
• D. a spindle shaped body structure.

Answer 1

The correct option is A a thin fold of skin between their fore legs and hind legs.

Bat is an aerial animal. It can fly due to presence of a special structure in their body called the patagium. Patagium is a thin fold of skin present between their fore legs and hind legs which help them in flying.