Lilac-crowned Parrot showcasing its zygodactyl toes

Parrots, owls, and woodpeckers have zygodactyl feet, in which the first and fourth toes point forward, and the second and third toes point back. This toe arrangement allows for grasping of food items, akin to a hand holding or grasping an item.

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Parrots, owls, and woodpeckers have zygodactyl feet, in which the first and fourth toes point forward, and the second and third toes point back. This toe arrangement allows for grasping of food items, akin to a hand holding or grasping an item.