Wattle (anatomy)
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A wattle is a fleshy dewlap or caruncle hanging from various parts of the head or neck in several groups of birds, goats and other animals. In some birds the caruncle is erectile tissue. The wattle is frequently an organ of sexual dimorphism. In some cases within the bird world the caruncle has a feather covering, whilst in other cases the feathers are sparse or absent.
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See also
- Comb (anatomy) - the fleshy structure present atop the heads of many Galliform species
- Dubbing (poultry) - Wattle removal
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