BIOLOGY

JAMB 2012 - Question 46

Biology 2012 JAMB Past Questions - Question 46: The short thick beak in birds is an adaptation for

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
The short thick beak in birds is an adaptation for
A:
B:
C:
D:
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Correct Answer

A

Explanation

weaver birds, finches, rice birds etc. have short thick beak. sunbird has slende slightly curved beak for sucking nectars of flower. eagle, hawk and owl have hooked beak for killing and tearing flesh. duck has flat, grooves and rigged beak for sieving or straining food in muddy water.