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176 SECTION I III The Birds
Figure 17-14 • Extended view of the lower leg and foot of a rough-legged hawk showing the distinctive feathering after which the bird is
named. Note the well-developed pads on the undersides of the digits, which provide an excellent grip, even on smooth or wet surfaces.
Figure 17-15 • Blue jay seen from the side-rear showing how the rear digit clamps the foot to the edge of the clay dish.
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