Webbed

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adjective

Having a skin or membrane that connects the digits of an animal, like in ducks or frogs.

The duck has webbed feet, which helps it to swim faster.
Visual representation of "webbed" - Having a skin or membrane that connects the digits of an animal, like in ducks or frogs.

Often appears as...

  • webbed feet
  • webbed hands
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Animal Adaptation

Webbed refers to a physical trait that helps animals in water.

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Penguins have webbed feet for better swimming.
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Not Just Ducks

While ducks are commonly known for it, other animals can also have webbed features.

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Otters use their webbed paws to move gracefully underwater.
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In Human Context

Humans may also have webbing, which is typically referenced in a medical or biological context.

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Some people are born with webbed fingers, a condition called syndactyly.
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