Can you identify these birds by their feet?

T. Trimpe 2008 http://sciencespot.net/

OspreyWoodpecker

DuckPheasant

RobinRoadrunner

#1

#5#2

#3 #6

#4

http://www.normanbirdsanctuary.org/feet_adaptations.shtml

Osprey & other raptors use feet with sharp talons to help them

catch fish or other prey

#1

#6

Robins & other perching birds have a long back toe, which lets

them grab a perch tightly.

Ducks & other swimming birds use their feet like paddles.

#5#2

A woodpecker's hind toes enable it to climb without falling backward.

#3

Many fast-running birds, such as the roadrunner have 3 toes rather than 4.

Bird pictures from enature.com

#4

Pheasants & other birds that scratch the soil for food have nail-like toes.