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There are 2 types of down feathers:  Powder down are specialized feathers that disintegrate and produce a powder that is spread over the body during preening.  The regular down feather is also small and fluffy but does not disintegrate,  it must be molted out. Contour feathers are the main feathers that cover the body.  They are the largest type of body feather and have a well developed shaft. The main functions of feathers are flight, insulation and water proofing The color of a feather is determined by pigments that are generated at the time of development and the structure of the feather. Iridescent colors in feathers will change with the angle of view.