The only true skin gland of the birds is:

Sweat gland

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Sebaceous gland

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Uropygial gland

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Femoral gland

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Solution

The correct option is C Uropygial gland
Birds have dry skin and have very few glands. The preen gland, present below the bird’s tail, is the only true gland that it has that secretes oil to keep the bird’s feathers in a good condition.
So, the correct answer is 'Uropygial gland.

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