Genetic Adaptations in Birds
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Which genetic changes were identified in diving kingfishers that might protect against damage during dives?

  • Changes in genes related to beak coloration
  • Changes in genes related to wing development
  • Changes in genes related to brain function (correct)
  • Changes in genes related to feather density

    • What is the maximum speed at which kingfishers dive?

  • 50 kilometers per hour
  • 30 kilometers per hour
  • 20 kilometers per hour
  • 40 kilometers per hour (correct)

    • What body parts of the kingfishers are at risk of damage during dives?

  • Heads, beaks, and brains (correct)
  • Eyes and wings
  • Beaks and feathers
  • Wings, beaks, and brains

    • What is the purpose of the genetic tweaks in diving kingfishers?

    <p>To protect against damage during dives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How have different species of diving kingfishers adapted to survive their dives unscathed?

    <p>By undergoing genetic changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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