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Feathers

Flat keratinous structures found on the skin surface of birds. Feathers are made partly of a hollow shaft fringed with barbs. They constitute the plumage.

Year introduced: 1966(1963)

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Tree Number(s): A13.370

MeSH Unique ID: D005241

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  • Feather

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