NEET BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The feathers of ducks are waterproof.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ducks are highly intelligent and emotional creatures. They can understand commands, play with toys, play games, give kisses, and beg for snuggles like other birds if you take the time to work with them. If handled frequently and gently from an early age, ducks will become quite sociable with people.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ducks have three main types of feathers: flight, contour and down feathers. Each feather type provides a different function. Whio live in very cold water and so the insulating and waterproofing properties of their feathers are very important. Ducks have three main types of feathers: flight, contour and down feathers.

Detailed explanation-4: -All ducks have highly waterproof feathers. A duck’s feathers are so waterproof that even when the duck dives underwater, the downy underlayer of feathers right next to the skin will stay completely dry.

Detailed explanation-5: -Ducks have two unique features that make them such good swimmers-webbed feet and waterproof feathers. A duck’s webbed feet are specifically designed for swimming.