Mom is taking a break from her maternal duties and is
having a preen
on the perch by the male.
Preen gland
disease is not associated with any particular feather type.
Instead her now-familiar ritual of
alternately preening
then appearing petrified conjured up an atmosphere not of sober reflection but juvenile hysteria.
Preen in front
of their latest masterwork?
Preening ego
might not be able to cope with.
Preen oil
to spread through the feathers.
Preening once too often.
Preening in the shade
of some trees.
Preening stars?
Preen then
move off to different perches.
Preening session.
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