All birds have feathers, and all birds have down, which are the softer, inner feathers.
The down of birds is a layer of fine feathers found under the tougher exterior feathers. Very young birds are clad only in down. Powder down is a specialized type of down found only in a few groups of birds. These fluffy feathers are designed to insulate birds to keep them warm.
Down feathers.
Just like humans sweat to cool there body down, birds ruffle their feathers to cool themselves down
They are called Down Feathers. Why, I have no idea.
Most baby birds are born with feathers called 'down'.
Down feathers are located underneath contour feathers. They are fluffy and provide insulation to help birds regulate their body temperature.
All birds do have wings. For birds like Penguins, the wings have turned into flippers.
contour and the feathers to keep them warm are down.
Birds are the only animals with feathers. They have two main types. Strong, lightweight contour feathers give birds their coloring and shape. They help the birds steer while flying. Soft, fluffy down feathers give adult birds a layer of protection next to their skin. Down feathers cover the bodies of young birds."Actual information from a book, better use it, 'cause you'll probably need it for the Seventh Grade, right... ? I would know, since I am one. :D"
Although contour feathers are the most prominent type of feathers in a bird's plumage, birds can also have other types of feathers like down feathers and filoplumes. Contour feathers are responsible for providing the shape and waterproofing for a bird, while down feathers provide insulation. Filoplumes are used for sensory purposes.
All birds have down feathers, which keep them warm.