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Why are feathers "easy to repair"?

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Answer: The feathers are easy to repair as the cells of birds help in replacement of damaged and old feathers.

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The follicles of the feathers have regenerating cells that help in regrowing the feathers when the feathers are damaged and require to be replaced. The regrowth of feathers is a natural process that happens in all birds. The feathers are replaced by one or two molt seasons per year. In these seasons they shed their feathers and new feathers reappear. The newly growing feathers are stiff, and hard similar to nails.

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