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Nare 423: Ornithology Question Paper

Nare 423: Ornithology 

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Natural Resources Mangement

Institution: Egerton University question papers

Exam Year:2008



SECTION A: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS

1. Describe the Archaeopteryx giving its unique characteristics. (8 Marks)
2. List the weight reduction adaptations that modern birds have acquired. (10 Marks)
3. There are three theories associated with the origin of flight, discuss each of them briefly. (6 Marks)
4. State the function of feathers. (5 Marks)
5. What are the beak adaptations for feeding. (5 Marks)
6. What are the secondary sex characteristics of birds? (6 Marks)

SECTION B: ANSWER TWO QUESTIONS ONLY

7. Discuss either male or female reproductive systems in birds. (15 Marks)
8. With a well labelled diagram, describe the digestive system of a bird. (15 Marks)
9. Write an essay on the significance of Raptors in the Savannah ecosystems. (15 Marks)






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