Biology
How are the bones of birds different from those of other vertebrates?
Classification of Animals
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Birds have different adaptations in their body that help them to fly. Their bones are hollow with large air cavities in them which makes them light. Such bones are known as pneumatic bones. This keeps the body of birds light and makes it easy for them to fly. Other vertebrates either have solid bones or their bones are filled with bone marrow.
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