Hovering hummingbird wing aerodynamics during the annual cycle. II. Implications of wing feather moult
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DOI: 10.1098/rsos.171766
Abstract: Birds usually moult their feathers in a particular sequence which may incur aerodynamic, physiological and behavioural implications. Among birds, hummingbirds are unique species in their sustained hovering flight. Because hummingbirds frequently hover-feed, they must maintain… read more here.
Keywords: moult; hummingbird wing; feather moult; flight ... See more keywords