Birds have several defining characteristics including feathers, wings, a beak without teeth, and laying eggs. Feathers come in different types and aid in flight, warmth, and attracting mates. Wings vary in shape between species and are adapted for different environments. Beaks also vary in shape depending on a bird's diet. All birds lay eggs and most species work together to care for offspring. Birds have lightweight skeletons with hollow bones to enable flight, though some flightless birds have heavier bones.