Birds use both downstrokes and upstrokes of their wings to fly. The downstroke provides lift and thrust to propel the bird upwards and forwards. During the upstroke, the wings fold back without generating much force, but they help the bird transition to the next downstroke for continued locomotion through the air.
Birds use both downstrokes and upstrokes of their wings to fly. The downstroke provides lift and thrust to propel the bird upwards and forwards. During the upstroke, the wings fold back without generating much force, but they help the bird transition to the next downstroke for continued locomotion through the air.
Birds use both downstrokes and upstrokes of their wings to fly. The downstroke provides lift and thrust to propel the bird upwards and forwards. During the upstroke, the wings fold back without generating much force, but they help the bird transition to the next downstroke for continued locomotion through the air.