animal flight

An illustrated study of flight, exploring the physical principles of flight; discussing the ways in which insects could have evolved wings to become the first creatures to fly; tracing the evolution of the anatomy and physiology of birds in relation to their flight; and exploring the technical achievement that has allowed man to fly.

From reptiles to mammals and fish this book features animals that fly or glide through the air and birds that are flightless.

Examines the physical features that various insects, birds, and animals use to fly, describing their different sizes, shapes, and functioning.

Pictures and text describe how animals fly and glide.