The present study was aimed at the macroanatomical and histological investigation and the
demonstration of the structural characteristics of the uropygial gland in the white stork. The …

The uropygial gland is morphologically different in diverse bird species. This gland was
macroscopically and microscopically examined in penguins, storm petrels and skuas. In all …

The uropygial glands of birds are sebaceous organs that contribute to the water-repellent
properties of the feather coat. We studied the histological and histochemical characteristics …

The uropygial (preen) gland is a holocrine organ unique of Aves. Although several studies
have been performed on the uropygial gland of different bird species, knowledge about this …

Flamingos inhabit specialized habitats and breed in large colonies, building their nests on
islands that limit the access of terrestrial predators. Many aspects of their uropygial gland are …

We describe the morphological, histological and histochemical characteristics of the
uropygial gland of the duck (Anas platyrhynchos) and pigeon (Columba livia). The weight …

We describe the morphology, histology, and histochemical characteristics of the uropygial
gland (UG) of the monk parakeet Myiopsitta monachus. The UG has a heart‐shape external …

The uropygial gland is a prominent feature of the avian anatomy but there is limited
information on its structure and function. The gland is of current interest because it provides …

The uropygial gland of Southern Caracara is composed of two lobes with a conical papilla
and 21 tuft feathers. The RGM recorded for this species was 0.057%. The capsule …

Birds occupy a prominent place in the Brazilian economy not only in the poultry industry but
also as an animal model in many areas of scientific research. Thus the aim of this study was …