Evolution of Feathers
Jingmai explores the fascinating evolution of feathers, highlighting why flying birds have a limited range of primary feathers. She reveals that penguins, once capable of flight, adapted their wings for underwater foraging, leading to a transformation in feather function. The discussion also touches on the ancestral origins of feathers, tracing back to non-avian dinosaurs and their insulation purposes before evolving for flight.In this clip
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