IGCSE Biology 4th edition

Biology books by
D G Mackean

Videos illustrating topics covered on this site: Birds

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Geese Taking Flight (slow motion)

from Edward Tufte

The sequence shows clearly that, during the downbeat, the wing is fully extended, offering maximum air resistance and thus producing 'lift'. During the upbeat, the wing is flexed at the 'wrist' and this greatly reduces air resistance. At the wing tips the primary feathers spread to form 'slots' which help to reduce turbulence and 'drag'.

See:
Birds: Adaptations to flight
Birds, an Introduction

Bird Flight in Slow Motion

from ManyetikMavi

A bird photographed in high speed and then presented in slow motion video.

See:
Birds: Adaptations to flight
Birds, an Introduction

See: Birds: Structure and function

 

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