Monday, 19 February 2018

Evolution -- and skill -- help hefty hummingbirds stay spry


Larger species of hummingbirds, despite their increased mass, are able to adapt to outmaneuver smaller species

Date:  February 8, 2018
Source:  University of British Columbia

Summary:
Evolved differences in muscle power and wing size -- along with a touch of skill -- govern hummingbirds' inflight agility, according to new research. As opposed to other winged animals, larger species of hummingbirds are able to adapt to outmaneuver smaller species.


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