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Q:
If a bird lost all of its feathers, could it still fly?
A:
Unfortunately, the bird would be rendered flightless.
The feathers are a huge part of what helps the bird produce lift. Without the plumage, the bird would be like the framework of a plane without any sheeting. It would be flapping arms, rather than wings, just like humans.
Posted on February 9, 2014 at 5:15 pm
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