Question

Name the structures that help birds to fly?

Answer 1

Birds:

Birds are warm-blooded animals. Birds have modified forelimbs and they are able to fly.

Characteristic features in birds:

There are certain characteristics features in birds:

1. Birds have well-developed flight muscles.
2. Forelimbs of birds are modified into wings.
3. Birds have hollow bones that help them to fly by making their bodies lightweight.
4. Tail in the birds helps in changing directions during flight.
5. The tail acts as a brake, balancing and helps in changing directions (steering).