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james0929

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What does POTZ mean and why is this important in housing reptiles?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What is the purpose of the uropygial gland?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

POTZ means preferred optimum temperature zone. Reptiles are totally dependent on the external environment. Specific temperatures will assist a reptile in eating, breeding, and recovering from illness.

Answer to Question 2

The uropygial gland produces oils used in preening the feathers.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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