Have you ever heard of the smelly bird that has claws on its wings? Yes, such an animal does exist—and it’s called the ...

Scientists develop new index based on functional morphology to understand how ancestors of modern birds used their wings Date: February 8, 2023 ...

And at each wingtip they have finger-like anatomy that can move about 30 degrees, ... But none of that can compare to a real bird flying, flapping and adjusting its wings with natural finesse.

Bird wings and legs evolve independently, while bat wing and leg proportions are integrated. Credit: Nature Ecology & Evolution (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41559-024-02572-9 ...

But wing displays can also be aimed at other species, Dr. Jablonsky said. Some modern birds flash their wings as they hunt, revealing patches of white or contrasting feathers that frighten hiding ...

Bird wings and legs evolve independently, while bat wing and leg proportions are integrated. Credit: Nature Ecology & Evolution (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41559-024-02572-9 ...