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TODAY’S CLUE: U = F
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ANSWER: WRITER OF JUVENILE FICTION WHO LOVES PLACING BIG BIRD FEATHERS IN HER MANY HATS: JUDY PLUME.
Feather
Bird Structure • Flight • Insulation • Display
Overview
Feathers are unique structures found only on birds and play essential roles in flight, warmth, and protection.
Flight
Flight feathers are strong and structured to help birds lift, glide, and maneuver in the air.
Insulation
Soft down feathers trap heat, helping birds stay warm in cold environments.
Structure
Each feather has a central shaft with branching barbs that interlock to form a smooth surface.
Color & Display
Feathers can be brightly colored and are often used for communication, mating displays, and camouflage.
Evolution
Feathers likely evolved from reptilian scales and played a key role in the development of flight.
Sources