No, but I find it easier to grab 4 or 5 loose fibres to peal. Usually a couple come off as I peal but sometimes it is needed. Its a good job I don't need to microwave them... haven't got one!
What I do do is moisten my fingers when forming the feather into shape for tying in as the wing. Wet finger and thumb and rub together to make them tacky.
Cheers,
A.