Structure and mechanics of water-holding feathers of Namaqua sandgrouse (Pterocles namaqua)
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DOI: 10.1098/rsif.2022.0878
Abstract: Desert sandgrouse, such as the Namaqua sandgrouse, nest up to 30 km away from watering holes. Adult male desert sandgrouse have specially adapted feathers on their bellies that hold water, even during flight, allowing the… read more here.
Keywords: namaqua sandgrouse; water; structure mechanics; mechanics ... See more keywords