Function of the uropygial gland in eiders (Somateria mollissima)
Abstract 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 ex...
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| Materyal Türü: | Artigo |
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KeAi Communications Co., Ltd.
2019-07-01
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| Seri Bilgileri: | Avian Research |
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| Online Erişim: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40657-019-0163-8 |
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