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TRUE NATURAL HISTORY – II

(BIRDS AND MAMMALS)

T here are thousands of bird species on the earth. Every one of them

possesses distinct features. For example, falcons have acute vision,
wide wings and sharp talons, while hummingbirds, with their long
beaks, suck the nectar of flowers.
Others migrate over long distances to very specific places in the
world. But the most important feature distinguishing birds from other
animals is flight. Most birds have the ability to fly.
How did birds come into existence? The theory of evolution tries to
provide an answer with a long scenario. According to this story, reptiles
are the ancestors of birds. Approximately 150-200 million years ago, birds
evolved from their reptile ancestors. The first birds had very poor flying
skills. Yet, during the evolution process, feathers replaced the thick skins
of these ancient birds, which were originally covered with scales. Their
front legs were also completely covered by feathers, and changed into
wings. As a result of gradual evolution, some reptiles adapted themselves
to flight, and thus became the birds of today.
This scenario is presented in evolutionary sources as an established
fact. However, an in-depth study of the details and the scientific data
indicates that the scenario is based more on imagination than reality.

The Origin of Flight According to Evolutionists

How reptiles, as land-dwelling creatures, ever came to fly, is an issue
which has stirred up considerable speculation among evolutionists. There
are two main theories. The first argues that the ancestors of birds

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