Anatomy
Plumage
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<birdfyi-glossary slug="plumage"></birdfyi-glossary>定義
The complete covering of feathers on a bird, varying by species, age, sex, and season.
詳細な説明
Plumage encompasses every feather on a bird's body, serving insulation, aerodynamics, waterproofing, and visual signaling. It changes through molt cycles, producing distinct breeding (nuptial) and non-breeding plumages. Sexual dimorphism in plumage is pronounced in many species, with males displaying vivid colors while females retain cryptic tones for camouflage during nesting.