Which of the following birds uses its beak for straining muddy water
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Eagle
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Woodpecker
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Wren
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Duck
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Correct answer
Explanation
Ducks have specialized beaks designed for straining muddy water to extract food particles. Their broad, flat beaks have lamellae (comb-like structures) along the edges that filter out water while trapping small organisms and plants. Eagles and hawks have sharp, hooked beaks for tearing meat, while woodpeckers have strong, pointed beaks for drilling into wood.