Uropygial gland

Uropygial gland

The source of the oil that a preening bird rubs on its feathers to maintain them in good condition; located on the lower back near the rump.

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uropygial gland

Science; General science

A relatively large, compact, bilobed, secretory organ located at the base of the tail (uropygium) of most birds having a keeled sternum. It is known also as the preen, oil, or ...

uropygial gland

Meat products; Poultry

Oil sack; Large oil gland on the back at the base of the tail - used to preen or condition the feathers.

uropygial gland

Zoology; Zoological terms

The source of the oil that a preening bird rubs on its feathers to maintain them in good condition; located on the lower back near the rump.

oil sac, or uropygial gland

Meat products; Poultry

Large oil gland on the back at the base of the tail - used to preen or condition the feathers.

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