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It has wings but cannot fly. What bird is it?
A riddle from Fawazeer's General pack — one of 2,500+ Arabic riddles across 11 themed packs. Guess, then reveal the answer below.
Has wings but cannot fly. What is it?
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What is the answer to the 'has wings but cannot fly' riddle?
The answer is a penguin. A penguin has wings, but they work as flippers for swimming, so it cannot fly.
Why can't a penguin fly even though it has wings?
A penguin's wings evolved into stiff, paddle-like flippers built for swimming, not flight, so it stays grounded on land and dives in the water.
Is this a good riddle for young kids?
Yes. It's an easy, family-friendly animal riddle that even small children can guess, making it perfect for quiz night or the classroom.