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The arrangement is closely reproduced on the conjunctiva , the spots on its
dorsal and ventral area agreeing respectively in size with those nearest them on
the head . Longley points out that the pattern even extends to parts of the
conjunctiva ...
The arrangement is closely reproduced on the conjunctiva , the spots on its
dorsal and ventral area agreeing respectively in size with those nearest them on
the head . Longley points out that the pattern even extends to parts of the
conjunctiva ...
Page 244
In the case of the Ratels ( Mellivora ) of India , Arabia , and Africa , the back and
head , sometimes white , is as a rule iron - grey , the muzzle , legs , and under
parts being jet black . These animals likewise defend themselves by emitting an ...
In the case of the Ratels ( Mellivora ) of India , Arabia , and Africa , the back and
head , sometimes white , is as a rule iron - grey , the muzzle , legs , and under
parts being jet black . These animals likewise defend themselves by emitting an ...
Page 372
I refer to the deceptive appearance of a false head situated at the posterior
extremity of the hind wing in species of Thecla — an appearance often elaborate
and perfect , which is brought about by the combined effect of adaptive structure ...
I refer to the deceptive appearance of a false head situated at the posterior
extremity of the hind wing in species of Thecla — an appearance often elaborate
and perfect , which is brought about by the combined effect of adaptive structure ...
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