Appliance of Science: Why do some birds not fly?

When we think of birds we imagine the few creatures that have actually mastered the art of flying. But it may surprise you to know that there are more than 60 species of bird alive today that cannot fly. Why have wings and not use them?
Appliance of Science: Why do some birds not fly?

An ostrich meets a crane: Why did some bird species evolve away from flight?
An ostrich meets a crane: Why did some bird species evolve away from flight?

When we think of birds we imagine the few creatures that have actually mastered the art of flying. But it may surprise you to know that there are more than 60 species of bird alive today that cannot fly. Why have wings and not use them?

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