Quiz on Bird Topography: Wings 3

Each label in the photo above points to a feather group associated with the wings. In the quiz below, choose the correct name for that labeled feather group.

Bird Topography: Wings 3



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Question 1The feathers labeled 1 are the:Greater covertsMedian coverts BackScapularsQuestion 1 Explanation:The scapulars grow from the shoulder (think scapula) and curve back and down to cover the base of the wing. They form an oval just above the wing coverts and below the mantle feathers. Compare the pattern and orientation of the scapular feathers with the feathers above and below. Also notice the difference in texture between the more fluffy scapulars (and mantle) and the more sturdy-looking and streamlined wing coverts below.
Question 2The feathers labeled 2 are the:Primary covertsMedian covertsGreater covertsScapularsQuestion 3The feathers labeled 3 are the:Primary covertsSecondariesMedian covertsGreater covertsQuestion 4The feathers labeled 4 are the:ScapularsLesser covertsPrimary covertsMedian covertsQuestion 5The feathers labeled 5 are the:PrimariesSecondariesGreater covertsTertialsQuestion 6The feathers labeled 6 are the:SecondariesTertialsPrimariesGreater covertsQuestion 7Identify the species of the subject bird (the big one).Rose-breasted GrosbeakHouse FinchBaltimore OrioleWhite-winged CrossbillBlack-headed GrosbeakQuestion 8Identify the species of the two smaller birds. They are two different species, and you need to select both from the answers below.Lesser GoldfinchPine SiskinAmerican GoldfinchCommon RedpollHouse Finch
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