The ____ or preen gland in birds, which is lateral to the tail feather attachment, secretes oil that is used to waterproof feathers.

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The uropygial gland, also known as the preen gland, secretes oil that birds use to waterproof their feathers. This gland is located on the dorsal surface at the base of the tail feathers. The other answer choices (tertiary, remige, and pteryla) do not refer to the gland that secretes oil to waterproof feathers.

The ____ or Preen Gland in Birds, Which Is Lateral