WAEC Biology 1994 Question 8

Question 8

Adaptation

Diagrams I, II and III illustrate the feet of birds adapted to various modes of feeding and movement.
The long and sharp claws in the foot labelled II show that the bird uses them to

Diagram for this question
  1. A.hold onto its prey
  2. B.paddle in water
  3. C.glide in the air
  4. D.scratch the earth for worms
  5. E.burrow into the soil
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (hold onto its prey)

Explanation

Long, sharp, curved talons let birds of prey seize and hold their prey.