The beard of the Bearded Vulture (<i>Gypaetus barbatus</i>): citizen science suggests an adjustable airflow sensor

The beard of the Bearded Vulture is part of a facial mask of prominent bristles that extends under the bill with two tufts between the mandibular rami. The function of this unique beard is still unclear. The facial bristles of birds are simple feathers, probably similar to the feathers that may hav...

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Main Author: Tiziano Londei
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2024-12-01
Series:Rivista Italiana di Ornitologia - Research in Ornithology
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Online Access:https://sisn.pagepress.org/rio/article/view/767
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