Function of the uropygial gland in eiders (Somateria mollissima)

Background:The uropygial gland is an exocrine gland located above the tail of birds that produces a diverse range of biochemicals. It has been hypothesized to be involved in chemical protection, water-proofing and maintenance of plumage brightness. Although these not necessarily mutually exclusive f...

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Veröffentlicht in:	鸟类学研究（英文版） 2019, Vol.10 (3), p.330-335
Hauptverfasser:	Anders Pape M?ller, Karsten Laursen
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
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