Quiz on Bird Topography: Wings 3

Each label in the photo above points to a feather group associated with the wings. In the quiz below, choose the correct name for that labeled feather group.

Bird Topography: Wings 3

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Question 1

The feathers labeled 1 are the:

	Back
	Median coverts
	Scapulars
	Greater coverts

Question 1 Explanation:

The scapulars grow from the shoulder (think scapula) and curve back and down to cover the base of the wing. They form an oval just above the wing coverts and below the mantle feathers. Compare the pattern and orientation of the scapular feathers with the feathers above and below. Also notice the difference in texture between the more fluffy scapulars (and mantle) and the more sturdy-looking and streamlined wing coverts below.

Question 2

The feathers labeled 2 are the:

	Scapulars
	Median coverts
	Greater coverts
	Primary coverts

Question 3

The feathers labeled 3 are the:

	Greater coverts
	Secondaries
	Primary coverts
	Median coverts

Question 4

The feathers labeled 4 are the:

	Lesser coverts
	Primary coverts
	Scapulars
	Median coverts

Question 5

The feathers labeled 5 are the:

	Secondaries
	Tertials
	Greater coverts
	Primaries

Question 6

The feathers labeled 6 are the:

	Greater coverts
	Secondaries
	Tertials
	Primaries

Question 7

Identify the species of the subject bird (the big one).

	House Finch
	Black-headed Grosbeak
	White-winged Crossbill
	Rose-breasted Grosbeak
	Baltimore Oriole

Question 8

Identify the species of the two smaller birds. They are two different species, and you need to select both from the answers below.

	Common Redpoll
	Lesser Goldfinch
	Pine Siskin
	House Finch
	American Goldfinch

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