Why Can Birds Fly and Ducks Swim?

Birds Can Fly Because:

  • They have wings, modified forelimbs adapted for flight.
  • Wings are covered in lightweight feathers that provide lift.
  • Strong flight musculature enables wing flapping.
  • Streamlined bodies reduce drag.
  • Hollow bones reduce weight.

Ducks Can Swim Because:

  • Webbed feet help propel them through water.
  • Waterproof feathers keep them dry and buoyant.
  • Streamlined bodies reduce drag.
  • A layer of fat insulates them and keeps them warm in water.