Bibliograph

Why do birds have feathers?, and other questions about evolution and classification, Pat Jacobs

Type

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Why do birds have feathers?, and other questions about evolution and classification, Pat Jacobs

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Why do birds have feathers?

Oclc number

956968337

Responsibility statement

Pat Jacobs

Series statement

Wildlife wonders

Sub title

and other questions about evolution and classification

Summary

Discusses the evolution and adaptations of birds

Table Of Contents

What is a bird? -- Classification of birds -- Evolution of flight -- Why do birds have feathers? -- Flightless birds -- Mating and nesting -- Raising a family -- Specialized beaks -- Hunting and fishing -- Distinctive design -- MIgration -- Senses and intelligence -- The future for birds -- Brilliant birds

Target audience

juvenile

Classification