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STIFF BRISTLE [1 record]

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Record 1 2000-06-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Birds
CONT

In several species, mainly those that take their prey in flight, the bill is surrounded by stiff bristles that probably protect the bird's eyes as it forages.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Oiseaux
CONT

De plus, chez plusieurs espèces, principalement celles qui capturent leurs proies au vol, le bec est entouré de vibrisses raides servant probablement à protéger les yeux de l'oiseau lorsqu'il se nourrit.

Spanish

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