Which organ is used by chickens to grasp their food?

• A. Wing
• B. Comb
• C. Beak
• D. Feathers

Answer: (C)

In birds, grasping and picking up food is done with the beak, a keratinized structure at the mouth that acts like a specialized tool. Chickens use the beak to peck, grab, and manipulate seeds, insects, and other food items before swallowing. They don’t have teeth, so the beak provides the essential grip and initial processing, with the gizzard handling grinding afterward. The other options don’t serve this function: the wings are for balance and flight, the comb is mainly for temperature regulation and signaling, and feathers serve insulation and flight.