Comb (anatomy)
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A comb is a fleshy growth or crest on the top of the head of some gallinaceous birds, such as domestic chickens. The alternative name cockscomb reflects the fact that combs are generally larger on coc
Single comb
Brown rooster
Brown hen
Silkie rooster with purple comb and wattle
Crest (feathers)
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The crest is a prominent feature exhibited by several bird species on their heads. It is distinct from features such as casques and cockscombs - sometimes erroneously referred to as "crests", which ar
Comb (anatomy)
…coxcomb Crest (feathers) Dubbing (poultry) – removal of the comb…
The grey crowned crane - an example of a crested bird species
A restoration of the dinosaur Anchiornis, showing the crest of feathers on its head
Citron-crested cockatoo (Cacatua citrinocristata) crest feathers (on 1 cm grid)
Major Mitchell's cockatoo (Cacatua leadbeateri)