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Bird Banking in Flight
Age 13 · Animals
A bird tilts and curves through the air with its tail spread wide. Its wings bend at two joints so it can change direction, adjust speed, and slow before landing.
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In the picture
- Fanned tail feathers: spread wide to create drag and help the bird brake.
- Elbow joint: bends to reshape the wing during a turn.
- Wrist joint: bends to twist the outer wing and adjust airflow.
- Wingtip feathers: separate to smooth airflow and control roll.
Examples
- A pigeon spreading its tail just before it lands on a ledge.
- A hawk bending its wings to curve after moving prey.
Key takeaways
- Birds steer by changing wing shape and tail spread.
- Jointed wings and tail feathers work together to control speed and landing.
Quiz: Bird Banking in Flight (Age 13)
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According to the card, how does a bird steer?
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What do the fanned tail feathers do when they are spread wide?
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What do jointed wings and tail feathers work together to control?
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