Class Aves
General Description
A reptile like vertebrate that is covered in feathers,
maintains an internal body temperature,
has two modified limbs into wings,
and
two legs covered in scales.
A reptile like vertebrate that is covered in feathers,
maintains an internal body temperature,
has two modified limbs into wings,
and
two legs covered in scales.
Specific Information
The main characteristic of birds are their feathers.
Down feathers trap air and keep the bird's body warm.
Contour feathers provide balance and lift for flying.
The main characteristic of birds are their feathers.
Down feathers trap air and keep the bird's body warm.
Contour feathers provide balance and lift for flying.
Characteristics of Birds
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Taxonomic Relationship between Birds and Reptiles
Similarities
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Differences
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Phylogenetic Tree of Birds
The American Robin (Turdus migratorius)
- They are large songbirds with red/ orange bellies and gray feathers.
- American Robins are found along the North American continent.
- They can live up to age 14.
- Robins eat various berries and fruit and earthworms.
- They can produce up to 3 successful breeds a year.
- American Robins usually breed in the summer.