Barbule microstructure
Definition
The microscopic architecture of feather barbules, the side branches off each barb. Shape, hook density, and cross-section profile under SEM contribute to species identification when gross feather morphology is insufficient.
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- Hair, Feather, and Surface Covering IdentificationThe microscopic architecture of feather barbules, the side branches off each barb. Shape, hook density, and cross-section profile under SEM contribute to speci...