zygodactyl foot

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Noun zygodactyl foot has 1 sense

zygodactyl foot - having the first and fourth toes of each foot directed backward and the second and third forward
--₁ is a kind of bird's foot
Antonyms: heterodactyl foot

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Zygodactyl Foot

Definition

A zygodactyl foot refers to the foot structure found in certain birds, where two toes face forward and two backward.

Senses

1. Zoology

In zoology, a zygodactyl foot is a characteristic feature found in some bird species, helping them climb trees or grasp branches firmly with their feet.

For example: The parrot's zygodactyl foot enables it to grip the tree branch securely while eating fruits.

2. Anatomy

In anatomy, a zygodactyl foot refers to the foot structure with two toes facing forward and two backward.

For example: The zygodactyl foot of certain parrots allows them to perch easily and manipulate objects with their feet.

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