Type of nitrogen waste that birds produce

Name the type of nitrogen waste that birds produce? Why does this characteristic, besides being an adaptation to terrestrial atmosphere, as well mean an adaptation to flight?

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Birds are uricotelic, that is, similar to reptiles, they excrete uric acid. This substance requires less water to be removed and therefore it helps to decrease the body weight therefore aiding in flight.

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