Organisms that live in freshwater and marine biomes have developed unique adaptations that aid in their survival. which of the following adaptations would be the most beneficial to wading birds? a. dense feathers b. webbed feet c. long, light legs d. waterproof feathers select the best answer from the choices provided

Hi Johnthanrewis,

Your Question:

Organisms that live in freshwater and marine biomes have developed unique adaptations that aid in their survival. Which of the following adaptations would be the most beneficial to wading birds? a. dense feathers b. webbed feet c. long, light legs d. waterproof feathers Please select the best answer from the choices provided

d. waterproof feathers

The reason I think the answer is D is because waged birds spend most of there time near water. The waterproof feathers keep it dry and warmer.

Wading birds are birds that live close to water, more specifically on the shore. Considering that, the most obvious answer would be:

D. - Waterproof feathers.

→ Waterproof feathers would help them since normal feathers don't tolerate wet so regular birds can't fly with wet feathers, but if they have waterproof feathers, they can fly with either dry or wet wings (but since they're waterproof they'll never get wet anyway).

The feathers will also function as a thermoregulator since the water won't make them cold with waterproof feathers.

Hope it helped,

BioTeacher101