The alula is a group of small feathers on the wing that -.

  • helps decrease the angle of attack of the wing
  • is elevated during fast flapping flight
  • is elevated to reduce turbulence along the upper surface of the wing duringhovering, takeoff, and landing
  • generates the propulsive force of flight.
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