aves Flashcards

1
Q

aves are adapted for which life

A

aerial life

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2
Q

blood of aves

A

warm blooded - homeotherms

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3
Q

how is body of aves

A

spindle shaped to minimize air resistance during flight

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4
Q

forelimbs in aves are modified to

A

wings

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5
Q

how are digits in aves

A

covered with scales and bear claws

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6
Q

how is exoskeleton of aves

A

in form of feathers

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7
Q

where is neck in aves

A

between head and trunk

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8
Q

jaws in aves are modified to

A

beaks

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9
Q

examples of aves

A

parrot
peacock
pigeon
duck
penguin

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