What is a Uropygial Gland?

During preening, birds gather oily secretions that contain waxes and fats from their oil glands. This gland is located near the base of (just above) the tail. Birds distribute the oil over the plumage to keep their feathers in good condition. Its important to know what your species of birds preen gland is suppose to look like so that you can take your bird to an avian vet if you suspect there is an issue with the preen gland. #LoveofPets My Amazon Store Pet Products I Love and Recommend to You ❤️❤️ https://www.amazon.com/shop/loveofpets Budgie products that I love and recommend for your Budgie 😍 https://www.amazon.com/shop/loveofpets?listId=3K59T6P4VC0VZ&ref=idea_share_inf 👉 Subscribe to my channel http://www.youtube.com/c/Loveofpets 🐾My other channel https://www.youtube.com/c/LoveofAnimals ______________________________________ 🔸Social Media🔸 Facebook http://www.facebook.com/loveofpetsLoveofpets3 Instagram http://www.instagram.com/Loveofpets2 ______________________________________ Other videos to enjoy 😀 Morning Pet Routine https://youtu.be/Lx_g9cOnFlc Meet all my Pets https://youtu.be/08eCyiWhoeU Veterinarian Visits | Pet Health | Sickness of Pets: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6uTBIckTWD4Pn60qyDzcmB1Gmm87zs8V My Budgies!: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6uTBIckTWD471nHjLekIYeia5OmGIK2B My new Cockatiels Jingles and Willow: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6uTBIckTWD7eUC9disd7d2rm9iO5m_Zk ______________________________________ I made this link for those of you that have kindly asked. Thank you 🥰 https://www.PayPal.me/Loveofpets Business inquires Loveofpets1@outlook.com Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases if you make a purchase from any of the Amazon links at no additional cost to you