SuitabookEvolution and bird features
The book addresses how birds evolved from small dinosaurs and how feathers and flight developed, alongside questions of classification.
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Pat Jacobs - Author
A broad introduction to bird biology links visible features and behaviours with evolution, classification and habitats, ranging from feathers and flight to senses and migration.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceA broad introduction to bird biology links visible features and behaviours with evolution, classification and habitats, ranging from feathers and flight to senses and migration.
The book addresses how birds evolved from small dinosaurs and how feathers and flight developed, alongside questions of classification.
Evolution is a central thread, including birds’ relationship to small dinosaurs and the development of flight.
This is a grounded book brief while Suitabook strengthens the analysis: the current material supports only a cautious reading; another book-specific source is still needed.
Why do birds have feathers? by Pat Jacobs | Open Library
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