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What are some terms you can use to describe the size and shape of a bird's beak ?

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Answer:

Size can be defined by words such as - long , short

Shape can be defined by words such as - curved, hooked, slender, sharp etc.

Step-by-step explanation:

The shape and size of beak depends on the purpose of is usage.

Hence, the following terms can be used to describe the size and shape of a bird's beak -

1. Birds which prey their food have hooked beaks which are strong and deep to make a firm catch on their food

2. Birds which feed on fruits have sharp beaks

3. Birds which feed on fish have long, sharp and slender beak

4. Birds feeding on seeds have short and curved beaks

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The beak of the birds varies in sizes and shape. Its purpose is for feeding. The shape accords to what the bird eats. Here are some of the terms you can describe a bird's beak:

* cone shaped bill
* pointed beaks
* strong beaks
* long beaks
* sharp beaks
* thin beaks
* slender beaks
* tubular beaks
* hooked beaks
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