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Faecal sac

A white jelly-like 'envelope' in which the faeces of the nestlings of nidicolous birds is enclosed. It is easily removed from the nest by the parents, thus promoting efficient nest sanitation.

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From Peter Weaver's Birdwatcher's Dictionary
Copyright © 1981 by Peter Weaver


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