Sport
How many feathers are used in a traditional shuttlecock?
16
Background
A traditional shuttlecock has 16 feathers. They come from the left wing of geese or ducks. All feathers must be from the same side so the shuttle flies straight. It weighs only around 5 grams. Pros can hit it at over 400 km/h.
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