Across the animal kingdom, feet come in an astonishing variety of shapes and sizes. Different types of feet are specialized to do different kinds of things. Here's the science behind 8 animal feet. Via: The Business Insider
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Though animals' colorful array of absolutely ludicrous feet may seem random, every foot serves an important evolutionary function. Just like strange animal mouths help our furry friends chomp, weird feet help them climb, balance, and run. Some of the animal feet replicate humans' just a little too closely for comfort while others are just bizarrely over sized. Via: Ranker
California Wildlife Center recently rescued a Northern Mockingbird whose feet were knuckling, meaning she was unable to open her feet to stand or perch. This was causing the bird to have to stand on the tops of her toes which were curled under and causing her additional injury. CWC veterinary staff created "snowshoes" for the mockingbird to retrain her feet to open and allow the injuries to her toes to heal. The treatment was successful and the bird is now snowshoe-free and on the road to full recovery!
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DISCLAIMER: Sharp little claws and teeth in feet can make naughty language come out. This video proves that. you've been warned.
