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Sentences with PREEN-GLAND

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"The preen gland secretes oil that birds use to keep their feathers clean and waterproof."
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"The preen gland is located near the base of the tail in most birds."
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"Birds often use their beak to rub oil from the preen gland onto their feathers."
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"The secretion from the preen gland helps birds to maintain the health and condition of their plumage."
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"Some species of birds have a specialized preen gland structure to produce unique oils."
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"The preen gland is essential for birds that spend a lot of time in water as it helps to repel water."
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"During preening, birds spread the oil from their preen gland all over their feathers."
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"The size of a bird's preen gland varies depending on the species."
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"Scientists have discovered that preen gland secretions may have antibacterial properties."
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"A damaged preen gland can lead to problems with a bird's plumage."
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"The preen gland is absent in flightless birds like penguins."
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"Birds often spend a significant amount of time grooming and maintaining their preen gland."
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"The preen gland is also known as the uropygial gland."
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"Some birds may have more than one preen gland."
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"The oil produced by the preen gland helps to keep a bird's feathers flexible."
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"The preen gland may also play a role in signaling and communication among birds."
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"Predatory birds may target the preen gland of their prey as it is a vulnerable spot."
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"The size of a bird's preen gland can be an indicator of its overall health."
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"The preen gland is a small but important anatomical feature in avian biology."
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"The preen gland in birds produces oil that they use to groom their feathers."
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"The preen gland of a duck is located near its tail."
3
"The preen gland helps to keep a bird's feathers clean and waterproof."
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"The preen gland secretes a waxy substance that birds spread across their feathers."
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"The size of the preen gland varies among bird species."
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"A healthy preen gland is essential for birds to maintain their plumage."
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"Some birds have two preen glands, while others only have one."
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"Damage to the preen gland can affect a bird's ability to fly and stay warm."
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"The preen gland is connected to the bird's uropygial gland."
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"Birds often use their beaks to access and distribute the oil from their preen gland."
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