The Preen gland, also called Uropygial gland empties to the skin surface through a nipplelike pore at the base of the tail.
Osprey preen by rubbing their bill and head over the preen gland pore and then rubbing the accumulated oil over the feathers of their body, wings and skin of the legs and feet.
The oily, waxy substance helps waterproof feathers and keep them flexible.
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I can’t get your camera #2 to work today.Thank you keep up the good work . love it Jan
“Wow, it’s so nice to hear you Jan.”
oops ti’s working now
“Thank you,” said Harriett. “The doctor needs to know when things are not working.”