Difference between revisions of "Feather - Anatomy & Physiology"
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*Defence | *Defence | ||
Cryptic colouring (camouflage) | Cryptic colouring (camouflage) | ||
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Colour mimicking | Colour mimicking | ||
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Dominance/subdominance conflicts | Dominance/subdominance conflicts | ||
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*Aggressive territorial behaviour | *Aggressive territorial behaviour | ||
Revision as of 12:23, 3 July 2008
Functions of the Feather
Principal functions:
- Flight
- Insulation
- Waterproofing
Additional functions
- Courtship displays
- Defence
Cryptic colouring (camouflage)
Colour mimicking
Dominance/subdominance conflicts
- Aggressive territorial behaviour