In poultry, nutrients are mainly absorbed in the small intestine. This is the part of the digestive system where the majority of nutrient breakdown and absorption occurs. The small intestine is lined with tiny finger-like projections called villi which increase the surface area available for the absorption of nutrients. These villi contain blood vessels and lacteals, which absorb nutrients and transport them to the rest of the body. Therefore, it can be said that the small intestine plays a vital role in nutrient absorption in poultry.