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Exocytosis (/ ˌ ɛ k s oʊ s aɪ ˈ t oʊ s ɪ s / [1] [2]) is a form of active transport and bulk transport in which a cell transports molecules (e.g., neurotransmitters and proteins) out of the cell (exo-+ cytosis). As an active transport mechanism, exocytosis requires the use of energy to transport material.
Snout–vent length (SVL) is a morphometric measurement taken in herpetology from the tip of the snout to the most posterior opening of the cloacal slit (vent). [1] It is the most common measurement taken in herpetology, being used for all amphibians , lepidosaurs , and crocodilians (for turtles, carapace length (CL) and plastral length (PL ...
Since the cuticle of these animals typically forms a largely inelastic exoskeleton, it is shed during growth and a new, larger covering is formed. [1] The remnants of the old, empty exoskeleton are called exuviae. [2] After moulting, an arthropod is described as teneral, a callow; it is "fresh", pale and soft-bodied.
10.1 Books on reptiles. 10.2 Periodicals on reptiles. 10.3 Scientific journals covering reptiles. 10.4 Reptile databases. 11 Persons influential in reptile-related ...
Four-stroke buccal pumping is used by some basal ray-finned fish and aquatic amphibians such as Xenopus and Amphiuma. [1] This method has several stages. These will be described for an animal starting with lungs in a deflated state: First, the glottis (opening to the lungs) is closed, and the nostrils are opened. The floor of the mouth is then ...
From the much-loved lizards and snakes to the hard-shelled turtles and tortoises who can live for decades (and some, centuries). ... 32 types of reptiles you can keep as a pet 1. Leopard gecko.
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Lygodactylus williamsi is a critically endangered species of lizard in the family Gekkonidae.The species is endemic to a small area of Tanzania.Common names include turquoise dwarf gecko, William's dwarf gecko and, in the pet trade, electric blue gecko or electric blue day gecko.