Where would you find the scales of birds?

a. on their beaks

b. under their feathers

c. on their wings

d. on their feet

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Biology

Jenny Donaldson

26 May, 14:09

Where would you find the scales of birds?

a. on their beaks

b. under their feathers

c. on their wings

d. on their feet

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Talon Hodges · Answer 1

The correct answer is d - on their feet.

The scales found on birds are made of keratin, the same material that forms the beak, claws and spurs.

The scale are mainly found on the toes of the bird and also on the metatarsus. Some may be found a little up the ankle.

The scales of birds were thought to be similar to those found on reptiles and mammals, but research done in recent times has shown they are somehow different.

Where would you find the scales of birds?a. on their beaksb. under their feathersc. on their wingsd. on their feet

Where would you find the scales of birds?

a. on their beaks

b. under their feathers

c. on their wings

d. on their feet