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uropygial gland::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | preen gland |
| Type of | oil gland |
Examples of uropygial gland
uropygial gland
In some birds, the feather colors may be created or altered by uropygial gland secretions.
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An IU Bloomington researcher collects preen oil from a junco's uropygial gland into a small glass tube.
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Among the substances produced by birds are the secretions of the uropygial gland, which may be pigmented orange, red or yellow.
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Not all birds have a uropygial gland.
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They then looked for the pigments that may tinge the plumage both in the secretions of the uropygial gland and on the surface of feathers.
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They also found evidence that the birds transferred carotenoids from their uropygial gland to their feathers by rubbing their head on their neck, breast and back feathers.
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The uropygial or preen gland is found in the majority of birds and is situated near the base of the tail.
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